Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Glenwood Heights Primary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood Heights Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Glenwood Heights Primary's student population of 589 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenwood Heights Primary ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Heights Primary is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Heights Primary's ranking?
Glenwood Heights Primary is ranked #761 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Glenwood Heights Primary often compared to?
Glenwood Heights Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Captain Strong, Daybreak Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Heights Primary?
589 students attend Glenwood Heights Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Glenwood Heights Primary students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenwood Heights Primary?
Glenwood Heights Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glenwood Heights Primary offer ?
Glenwood Heights Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Glenwood Heights Primary part of?
Glenwood Heights Primary is part of Battle Ground School District.
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