Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glebe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glebe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glebe Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glebe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glebe Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#248 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
61%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glebe Elementary School's ranking?
Glebe Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glebe Elementary School often compared to?
Glebe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation Elementary School, Long Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glebe Elementary School?
542 students attend Glebe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Glebe Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glebe Elementary School?
Glebe Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glebe Elementary School offer ?
Glebe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glebe Elementary School part of?
Glebe Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
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