GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Glendale Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Madison Metropolitan School District school district, located in Madison, WI with about 509 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 50 teachers, Glendale Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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, located at 1201 Tompkins Dr in Madison, Wisconsin, is a public school operating under the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD). Serving students in the local community, the school is situated in the southeastern part of Madison and serves as a foundational institution for young learners in the area. As part of the MMSD, Glendale adheres to the district’s broader mission of fostering an inclusive, high-quality educational environment that focuses on preparing students for academic success and lifelong learning.

The school is characterized by its commitment to community engagement and student-centered instruction. Like other schools within the Madison district, Glendale focuses on a diverse curriculum that emphasizes social-emotional learning alongside core academic subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. By utilizing the resources and support services provided by the district, Glendale Elementary works to ensure that all students, regardless of their background, have access to the tools necessary for their development. Parents and community members can find more information about school policies, events, and academic calendars on the official district website at http://www.madison.k12.wi.us.

For more information, contact Glendale Elementary at (608) 204-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.