Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Glendale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Glendale Elementary serves the eastern part of its district in Saint Louis, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 2.1 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point from the school is about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Glendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Glendale Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North Glendale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Glendale Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
82%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Glendale Elementary School's ranking?
North Glendale Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are North Glendale Elementary School often compared to?
North Glendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend North Glendale Elementary School?
571 students attend North Glendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Glendale Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Glendale Elementary School?
North Glendale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Glendale Elementary School offer ?
North Glendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Glendale Elementary School part of?
North Glendale Elementary School is part of Kirkwood R-VII School District.
School Reviews
Review North Glendale Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
