Serving 28 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Glidden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in WI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glidden Elementary School's student population of 28 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glidden Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Glidden Elementary School?
28 students attend Glidden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Glidden Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glidden Elementary School?
Glidden Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glidden Elementary School offer ?
Glidden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glidden Elementary School part of?
Glidden Elementary School is part of Chequamegon School District.
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