GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Glendale Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 430 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 29 teachers, Glendale Elementary 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.

Glendale Elementary School, located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee, serves as a prominent institution within the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school is widely recognized for its specialized academic focus, as it operates as a **Spanish-English Dual Language Immersion school**. This unique curriculum allows students to develop high levels of proficiency in both languages, preparing them to succeed in a global, multicultural society while fostering cognitive development and cross-cultural understanding.

Beyond its language programming, Glendale Elementary is known for its strong sense of community and active parental involvement. The school prioritizes a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both rigorous academics and the social-emotional growth of its students. By combining traditional elementary education standards with its immersive language model, Glendale aims to equip its diverse student body with the tools necessary for long-term academic achievement and bilingual literacy.

For more information, contact Glendale Elementary at (615) 279-7970 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.