Very Good
#953 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 36% in state
Based on limited data
Glendale Acres Elementary
Elementary School · Cumberland County Schools
2915 Skycrest Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 64 schools in Fayetteville. Learn more
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#953 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#15 of 66
public schools
In district
#20 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Glendale Acres Elementary
Elementary School in Fayetteville · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Glendale Acres Elementary
Glendale Acres Elementary is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Glendale Acres Elementary serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Glendale Acres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #953 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Glendale Acres 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Glendale Acres Elementary Compares
See how Glendale Acres Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2915 Skycrest Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glendale Acres Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Vanstory Hills Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alma O Easom Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fayetteville | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Mary McArthur Elementary Fayetteville | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| R Max Abbott Middle Fayetteville | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Douglas Byrd Middle Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Douglas Byrd High Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Ashley Elementary Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Cumberland Road Elementary Fayetteville | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Vanstory Hills Elementary Fayetteville | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| GREATER FAYETTEVILLE ADVENTIST Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| William H Owen Elementary Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Howard Learning Academy Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | — |
| FAYETTEVILLE ACADEMY Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary Fayetteville | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Cumberland Polytechnic Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Alma O Easom Elementary Fayetteville | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Terry Sanford High Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Massey Hill Classical High Fayetteville | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hope Mills | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,867
Median Home Value
$154,300
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
36,634
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Burlington, NC | 7.0 |
| Etowah Elementary Etowah, NC | 7.0 |
| North End Elementary Roxboro, NC | 7.0 |
| Stantonsburg Elementary Stantonsburg, NC | 7.0 |
| Stony Point Elementary Stony Point, NC | 7.0 |
| Atkinson Elementary Hendersonville, NC | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glendale Acres Elementary
What grades does Glendale Acres Elementary serve?
Glendale Acres Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Glendale Acres Elementary?
Glendale Acres Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glendale Acres Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glendale Acres Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glendale Acres Elementary rank in NC?
Glendale Acres Elementary ranks #953 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Glendale Acres Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glendale Acres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Glendale Acres Elementary a charter school?
No, Glendale Acres Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glendale Acres Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glendale Acres Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glendale Acres Elementary?
98.3% of students at Glendale Acres 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 231
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (910) 484-9031
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #20 of 84
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