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4 schools in Glenwood

Iowa · Public K-12

Looking for a public school in Glenwood? The city has 4 K-12 options totaling roughly 2,001 students (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Glenwood

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,001
-96 (-5%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
89%
was 94%
% Hispanic
7%
was 3%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Glenwood Middle SchoolMiddle06-08453
Glenwood Senior High SchoolHigh09-12570
Northeast Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-02538
West Elementary SchoolElementary03-05440

About Glenwood

Glenwood is a low-population Iowa city in terms of public-school footprint, with 4 schools and 2,001 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Glenwood average about 500 students each, 33% noticeably above the Iowa norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 2,001 students, contracted 5% from the 2,097 reported in SY 2017-18. Demographically, the White share of enrollment declined from 94% to 89%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Glenwood discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Glenwood?
Glenwood, Iowa has 4 public K-12 schools serving approximately 2,001 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Glenwood?
Glenwood has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Glenwood?
Glenwood Senior High School is the largest public school in Glenwood by enrollment, with approximately 570 students.
What school districts serve Glenwood?
Glenwood public schools are operated by Glenwood Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Glenwood cover?
Public schools in Glenwood serve students from pre-K through grade 12.