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#1113 of 2,221 schools in MO
Glendale Elem.
Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30
2611 S LEE'S SUMMIT RD, Independence, MO 64055
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,113 of 2,221
In Independence
#12 of 35
public schools
In district
#12 of 28
INDEPENDENCE 30
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Glendale Elem.
Elementary School in Independence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Glendale Elem.
Glendale Elem. is a public elementary school in Independence, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Glendale Elem. serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Glendale Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,113 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Glendale Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Glendale Elem. 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 Elem. — Students at Glendale Elem. score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from MO 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: 7.0/10.
How Glendale Elem. Compares
See how Glendale Elem. 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
2611 S LEE'S SUMMIT RD, Independence, MO 64055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glendale Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROCTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RANDALL ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SYCAMORE HILLS ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 0.5 mi | — |
| BLACKBURN ELEM. Independence | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE, INC. Independence | 1.3 mi | — |
| WILLIAM YATES ELEM. Independence | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SYCAMORE HILLS ELEM. Independence | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BRIDGER MIDDLE Independence | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| TRUMAN HIGH Independence | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| BINGHAM MIDDLE Independence | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE Independence | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLIAM SOUTHERN ELEM. Independence | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| RANDALL ELEM. Independence | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SUNSHINE CENTER Independence | 2.8 mi | 3.2 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PROCTER ELEM. Independence | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,646
Median Home Value
$173,400
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
36,092
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.4 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis, MO | 6.4 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin, MO | 6.4 |
| EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie, MO | 6.4 |
| EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair, MO | 6.4 |
| HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Lake Ozark, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glendale Elem.
What grades does Glendale Elem. serve?
Glendale Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Glendale Elem.?
Glendale Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glendale Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Glendale Elem. is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glendale Elem. rank in MO?
Glendale Elem. ranks #1,113 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Glendale Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Glendale Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glendale Elem. has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Glendale Elem. a charter school?
No, Glendale Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glendale Elem. a Title I school?
No, Glendale Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glendale Elem.?
73.1% of students at Glendale Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (816) 521-5510
Resources & Links
District
INDEPENDENCE 30- District Enrollment
- 14,168
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,302
- District Rank
- #12 of 28
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