Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glendover Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glendover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Glendover Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glendover Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendover Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
20%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
53%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendover Elementary School's ranking?
Glendover Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Glendover Elementary School often compared to?
Glendover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julius Marks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Glendover Elementary School?
463 students attend Glendover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Glendover Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendover Elementary School?
Glendover Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glendover Elementary School offer ?
Glendover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glendover Elementary School part of?
Glendover Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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