GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jones County School District school district, located in Laurel, MS with about 410 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 28 teachers, GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Laurel, Mississippi, is a public school serving students in the Jones County School District. As an elementary institution, it focuses on building a foundational educational experience for young learners, emphasizing core academic subjects while fostering a supportive community environment. The school is dedicated to preparing students for future academic success by maintaining standards aligned with the district's curriculum goals.
The school serves as a central hub for the local community, reflecting the values and educational priorities of Jones County. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing essential resources such as school calendars, faculty information, and updates on academic programs. By prioritizing both student achievement and parental involvement, Glade Elementary strives to create a structured and encouraging atmosphere conducive to early childhood development.
For more information, contact GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (601) 428-4265 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Laurel, MS 39443
(601) 428-4265
GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Laurel, MS with about 410 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jones County School District
- Total Students:
- 410
- Teachers:
- 28.15
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 410 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 75.6%
- Black or African American
- 17.3%
- Two or more races
- 3.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.