The Glenville School is a historic school building at 449 Pemberwick Road in the Glenville section of Greenwich, Connecticut, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003.
Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glenville School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenville School serves the southwest part of Greenwich, CT, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenville School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Glenville School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenville School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenville School's ranking?
Glenville School is ranked #117 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Glenville School often compared to?
Glenville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Mianus School, Hamilton Avenue School, Julian Curtiss School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Glenville School?
411 students attend Glenville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Glenville School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenville School?
Glenville School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Glenville School offer ?
Glenville School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenville School part of?
Glenville School is part of Greenwich School District.
School Calendar
View the Glenville School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Election Day - Schools Closed
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
Veteran's Day - SCHOOLS OPEN
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Professional Learning Day - Schools Closed - K-8 Conferences
December 07, 2026 (Monday)
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