Serving 1,038 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenellen 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 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,038 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenellen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Glenellen Elementary School's student population of 1,038 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,038 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Glenellen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenellen Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#606 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
27%
21%
White
37%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Glenellen Elementary School's ranking?
Glenellen Elementary School is ranked #606 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Glenellen Elementary School often compared to?
Glenellen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Elementary School, Rossview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Glenellen Elementary School?
1,038 students attend Glenellen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Glenellen Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenellen Elementary School?
Glenellen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glenellen Elementary School offer ?
Glenellen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenellen Elementary School part of?
Glenellen Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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