GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Glenwood Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Sun Valley, CA with about 329 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Glenwood Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Glenwood Elementary, located in Sun Valley, California, is a public school serving the local community as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is committed to providing a foundational education for students in kindergarten through fifth grade, focusing on academic growth, literacy, and social development. By operating within the LAUSD framework, Glenwood Elementary utilizes standardized curriculum resources and district-wide support systems designed to prepare students for middle school and beyond.

The school environment at Glenwood is centered on fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that emphasizes inclusivity and community engagement. As an elementary site, it prioritizes a balanced approach to education that combines core academic subjects—such as mathematics and language arts—with programs intended to help students build strong character and collaborative skills. Through its partnership with parents and the surrounding Sun Valley neighborhood, the school strives to create a structured and encouraging space where young learners can thrive both academically and personally.

For more information, contact Glenwood Elementary at (818) 767-6406 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.