Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenwood Landing Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenwood Landing Elementary School serves the southwest part of its school district in Glen Head, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood Landing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenwood Landing Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Glenwood Landing Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Landing Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
69%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Landing Elementary School's ranking?
Glenwood Landing Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Landing Elementary School?
386 students attend Glenwood Landing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Glenwood Landing Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood Landing Elementary School?
Glenwood Landing Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glenwood Landing Elementary School offer ?
Glenwood Landing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenwood Landing Elementary School part of?
Glenwood Landing Elementary School is part of North Shore Central School District.
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