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Glenwood Elementary School

122 S Pennell Rd
Media, PA 19063
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 578 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 578 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10% in PA
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Glenwood Elementary School's student population of 578 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

School Rankings

Glenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#226 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
73%
38%
76%
55%
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Glenwood Elementary School is ranked #226 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Glenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Glenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary School?
578 students attend Glenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Glenwood Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood Elementary School?
Glenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenwood Elementary School offer ?
Glenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenwood Elementary School part of?
Glenwood Elementary School is part of Rose Tree Media School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 578 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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