Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Glendale Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glendale Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Glendale Primary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
green and white
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glendale Primary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
75%
17%
White
9%
65%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Glendale Primary School often compared to?
Glendale Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Glendale Primary School?
309 students attend Glendale Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Glendale Primary School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendale Primary School?
Glendale Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glendale Primary School offer ?
Glendale Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glendale Primary School part of?
Glendale Primary School is part of Bedford City School District.
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