Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Glenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenwood Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chatham, IL, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edges being around 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenwood Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1343 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Glenwood Elementary School is ranked #1343 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Glenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ball Elementary School, Iles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary School?
573 students attend Glenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Glenwood Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood Elementary School?
Glenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenwood Elementary School offer ?
Glenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Glenwood Elementary School part of?
Glenwood Elementary School is part of Ball Chatham CUSD 5 School District.
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