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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
10%
15%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
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.
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