Excellent
#352 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 9% in state
Glendale Elementary School
Elementary School · INDIAN RIVER
4940 8TH ST, Vero Beach, FL 32968
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#352 of 3,778
In Vero Beach
#3 of 20
public schools
In district
#4 of 28
INDIAN RIVER
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Glendale Elementary School
Glendale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vero Beach, FL, part of INDIAN RIVER. Glendale Elementary School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Glendale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #352 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Glendale Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Glendale Elementary School 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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Glendale Elementary School — Students at Glendale Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Glendale Elementary School Compares
See how Glendale Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4940 8TH ST, Vero Beach, FL 32968
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glendale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Vero Beach, see our Vero Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE WILLOW SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MASTER'S ACADEMY OF VERO BEACH Vero Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| IMAGINE AT SOUTH VERO Vero Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| INDIAN RIVER CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| GLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CITRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| VERO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| SUNCOAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| IR PREP Vero Beach | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION Vero Beach | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.3 mi | — |
| ST. PETER'S ACADEMY Vero Beach | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
| GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 4.3 mi | 4.1 |
| INDIAN RIVER ACADEMY Vero Beach | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32968 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,801
Median Home Value
$357,800
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
15,576
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
92.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAUDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 8.7 |
| EDGEWATER PUBLIC SCHOOL Edgewater, FL | 8.7 |
| HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater, FL | 8.7 |
| LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL | 8.7 |
| MIKE DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, FL | 8.7 |
| MYAKKA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Myakka City, FL | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glendale Elementary School
What grades does Glendale Elementary School serve?
Glendale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Glendale Elementary School?
Glendale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glendale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glendale Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glendale Elementary School rank in FL?
Glendale Elementary School ranks #352 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Glendale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glendale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Glendale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glendale Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glendale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Glendale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glendale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Glendale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glendale Elementary School?
72.4% of students at Glendale Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Indian River County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (772) 978-8050
Resources & Links
District
INDIAN RIVER- District Enrollment
- 16,950
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,843
- District Rank
- #4 of 28
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