Serving 237 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- 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 237 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glidden-ralston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glidden-ralston Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glidden-ralston Elementary School's ranking?
Glidden-ralston Elementary School is ranked #973 out of 1,233 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% 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?
237 students attend Glidden-ralston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Glidden-ralston Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glidden-ralston Elementary School?
Glidden-ralston Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher 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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