Below Average
#7600 of 9,539 schools in CA
Glenwood Elementary
Elementary School · Robla Elementary
201 Jessie Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,600 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#118 of 198
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Robla Elementary
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Glenwood Elementary
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About Glenwood Elementary
Glenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Robla Elementary. Glenwood Elementary serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,600 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Glenwood Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Glenwood Elementary runs 23.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
45% of students at Glenwood Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Glenwood Elementary — Students at Glenwood Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Glenwood Elementary Compares
See how Glenwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 Jessie Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Hope Charter (rated 7.6/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazel Strauch Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Hope Charter Sacramento | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Norwood Junior High Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Taylor Street Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Del Paso Heights Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| DAR-UL-MADINAH Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Dar-ul-Madinah Sacramento | 0.8 mi | — |
| 21st Century STEM Academy Sacramento | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fairbanks Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Futures High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Robla Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Paseo Grande Charter Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
| 6900 WEST 4TH STREET Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Keema School for Independent Study Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Las Palmas Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Rio Tierra Junior High Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Hazel Strauch Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,969
Median Home Value
$369,000
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
40,295
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
32.8
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|---|---|
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glenwood Elementary
What grades does Glenwood Elementary serve?
Glenwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary?
Glenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glenwood Elementary rank in CA?
Glenwood Elementary ranks #7,600 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Glenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Glenwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenwood Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glenwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Glenwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glenwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glenwood Elementary?
86.2% of students at Glenwood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (916) 922-2767
Resources & Links
District
Robla Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,919
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,363
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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