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Glenwood Elementary School

8105 9th Ave
Kearney, NE 68845
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 126 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 5% in NE
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Glenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

Glenwood Elementary School's student population of 126 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Motto
Inspire & empower students to impact the world!

School Rankings

Glenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NE)
#44 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
85-89%
58%
65-69%
47%
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Glenwood Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Glenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Glenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary School?
126 students attend Glenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Glenwood Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood Elementary School?
Glenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Glenwood Elementary School offer ?
Glenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenwood Elementary School part of?
Glenwood Elementary School is part of Kearney ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 126 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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