Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glendale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glendale Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, One Community, Ready for the Future.
School Rankings
Glendale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2073 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
23%
16%
White
58%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendale Elementary School's ranking?
Glendale Elementary School is ranked #2073 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Glendale Elementary School often compared to?
Glendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G L Priess Primary School, Global Concepts Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Glendale Elementary School?
434 students attend Glendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Glendale Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glendale Elementary School?
Glendale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glendale Elementary School offer ?
Glendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glendale Elementary School part of?
Glendale Elementary School is part of Sweet Home Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Glendale Elementary School located?
Glendale Elementary School is located in the Green Acres North neighborhood of Tonawanda, NY.
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