GLENWOOD RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Glenwood Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Basehor-Linwood school district, located in Basehor, KS with about 357 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 22 teachers, Glenwood Ridge Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Ridge Elementary School, located in Basehor, Kansas, is a key component of the Basehor-Linwood Unified School District (USD 458). Serving students in the suburban community of Basehor, the school is recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive and rigorous academic environment. The school emphasizes foundational learning in core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science, while also fostering social-emotional development through various character-building initiatives.

Beyond academics, Glenwood Ridge Elementary prides itself on cultivating a strong sense of community between students, faculty, and families. The school benefits from the active involvement of parents and community members, which helps to enrich the student experience through extracurricular activities, school events, and collaborative partnerships. By prioritizing both educational excellence and a welcoming school culture, the institution aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle school level and beyond.

For more information, contact Glenwood Ridge Elementary School at (913) 724-3536 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.