Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Glenwood School (K-8) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood School (K-8) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Glenwood School (K-8)'s student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenwood School (K-8) ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood School (K-8) is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood School (K-8)'s ranking?
Glenwood School (K-8) is ranked #124 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Glenwood School (K-8) often compared to?
Glenwood School (K-8)is often viewed alongside schools like Mercer Elementary School, Princeton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Glenwood School (K-8)?
620 students attend Glenwood School (K-8).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Glenwood School (K-8) students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood School (K-8)?
Glenwood School (K-8) has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenwood School (K-8) offer ?
Glenwood School (K-8) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenwood School (K-8) part of?
Glenwood School (K-8) is part of Mercer County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school does allow bulling, ask a child who is being bullied over and over. All they do is talk to them, if they even do that much.
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