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Glen Hills School

Elementary School · Cranston

50 Glen Hills Drive, Cranston, RI 02920

Enrollment

284

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#194 of 302

In Cranston

#12 of 24

public schools

In district

#11 of 22

Cranston

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Glen Hills School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Cranston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Glen Hills School

Glen Hills School is a public elementary school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. Glen Hills School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Glen Hills School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,253
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Glen Hills School — Students at Glen Hills School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Glen Hills School Compares

See how Glen Hills School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in RI
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Location

50 Glen Hills Drive, Cranston, RI 02920

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glen Hills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Warwick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garden City School (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stadium School (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MISS LEE ANNS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Cranston 1.0 mi
Garden City School Cranston 0.9 mi 8.0
Cranston High School West Cranston 1.1 mi 7.4
Oak Lawn School Cranston 1.0 mi 5.2
Woodridge School Cranston 1.2 mi 5.1
Apprenticeship Exploration Sch Cranston 1.2 mi 5.0
Western Hills Middle School Cranston 1.4 mi 5.0
George J. Peters School Cranston 1.8 mi 4.6
Eden Park School Cranston 1.6 mi 5.0
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cranston 2.3 mi 6.4
Hugh B. Bain Middle School Cranston 2.2 mi 4.1
PRECIOUS ANGELS CHILD CARE CENTER Warwick 1.8 mi 6.4
Stone Hill School Cranston 2.3 mi 6.6
Stadium School Cranston 2.5 mi 7.1
Cranston High School East Cranston 2.3 mi 6.1
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL West Warwick 2.5 mi 5.1
Arlington School Cranston 2.7 mi 3.0
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND West Warwick 2.6 mi 8.2
Hope Highlands Middle School Cranston 2.1 mi 8.0
Norwood School Warwick 2.1 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,246

Median Home Value

$336,900

Median Rent

$1,271/mo

Population

36,332

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glen Hills School

What grades does Glen Hills School serve?

Glen Hills School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Glen Hills School?

Glen Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Hills School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glen Hills School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glen Hills School rank in RI?

Glen Hills School ranks #194 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Glen Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glen Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Glen Hills School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Hills School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Glen Hills School a charter school?

No, Glen Hills School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Glen Hills School a Title I school?

No, Glen Hills School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Hills School?

27.8% of students at Glen Hills 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

Cranston
District Enrollment
10,126
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,253
District Rank
#11 of 22

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