Serving 572 students in grades 9-12, Glenwood Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Glenwood Senior High School's student population of 572 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenwood Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Senior High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#321 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Senior High School's ranking?
Glenwood Senior High School is ranked #321 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Glenwood Senior High School often compared to?
Glenwood Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Mills Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenwood Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Glenwood Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenwood Senior High School?
572 students attend Glenwood Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Glenwood Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenwood Senior High School?
Glenwood Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenwood Senior High School offer ?
Glenwood Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenwood Senior High School part of?
Glenwood Senior High School is part of Glenwood Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
I love this school.....LOL...THere is plenty of after school activities to do like sport wise. You learn a lot and it has a really high ranking on state tests. the teachers are great and help when you need it.
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