Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Glenside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Glenside Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenside Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#997 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
41%
14%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenside Elementary School's ranking?
Glenside Elementary School is ranked #997 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Glenside Elementary School often compared to?
Glenside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheltenham Elementary School, Myers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Glenside Elementary School?
374 students attend Glenside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Glenside Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenside Elementary School?
Glenside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenside Elementary School offer ?
Glenside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenside Elementary School part of?
Glenside Elementary School is part of Cheltenham School District.
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