GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Glenwood Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kentwood Public Schools school district, located in GRAND RAPIDS, MI with about 336 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 19 teachers, Glenwood Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 School is a public school located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving as part of the Kentwood Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that caters to a diverse student body. By focusing on both academic excellence and social-emotional growth, Glenwood Elementary aims to provide students with the foundational skills necessary to succeed in their future educational endeavors while promoting a strong sense of community among its pupils, staff, and families.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, the school emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education. Through the Kentwood Public Schools framework, Glenwood integrates various resources and extracurricular opportunities to engage students and encourage lifelong learning. The school maintains a focus on equity and student achievement, striving to prepare every child to thrive in a global society by utilizing modern teaching practices and maintaining strong communication between the home and the classroom.

For more information, contact Glenwood Elementary at (616) 455-2510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.