Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Glidden-ralston Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Glidden-Ralston Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Glidden, IA, covering approximately 115.9 square miles. Families in the area typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glidden-ralston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glidden-ralston Elementary School's student population of 227 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glidden-ralston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glidden-ralston Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#929 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
14%
White
96%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glidden-ralston Elementary School's ranking?
Glidden-ralston Elementary School is ranked #929 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Glidden-ralston Elementary School often compared to?
Glidden-ralston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Glidden-ralston Elementary School?
227 students attend Glidden-ralston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Glidden-ralston Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glidden-ralston Elementary School?
Glidden-ralston Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glidden-ralston Elementary School offer ?
Glidden-ralston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glidden-ralston Elementary School part of?
Glidden-ralston Elementary School is part of Glidden-Ralston Comm School District.
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