Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Glenn Martin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenn Martin Elementary School's student population of 772 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Soaring high above all others! Eagle Pride!
School Rankings
Glenn Martin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenn Martin Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#683 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
81%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Martin Elementary School's ranking?
Glenn Martin Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Glenn Martin Elementary School often compared to?
Glenn Martin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homestead Elementary School, Pleasant Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Glenn Martin Elementary School?
772 students attend Glenn Martin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Glenn Martin Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenn Martin Elementary School?
Glenn Martin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glenn Martin Elementary School offer ?
Glenn Martin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenn Martin Elementary School part of?
Glenn Martin Elementary School is part of Cumberland County School District.
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