Glenwood School

325 Taylor Road South
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Glenwood School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 5% in NJ
  • : 85-89% (Top 1%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Glenwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Glenwood School's student population of 315 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Glenwood School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#44 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
85-89%
38%
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
59%
11%
Hispanic
3%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
27%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
(22-23)
6.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glenwood School's ranking?
Glenwood School is ranked #44 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Glenwood School often compared to?
Glenwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartshorn School, Deerfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Glenwood School?
315 students attend Glenwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Glenwood School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood School?
Glenwood School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glenwood School offer ?
Glenwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenwood School part of?
Glenwood School is part of Millburn Township School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 1%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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