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2 schools in Glidden

Iowa · Public K-12

Glidden hosts 2 public K-12 schools inside Iowa, collectively enrolling about 390 students (around 195 per campus).

7-year change in Glidden

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
390
+48 (+14%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
95%
was 96%
% Hispanic
4%
was 4%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Glidden-Ralston Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06227
Glidden-Ralston Jr-Sr High SchoolHigh07-12163

About Glidden

Glidden, Iowa is home to 2 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 390 students. By school count, it is a sparse city.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city comprises 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 195, noticeably below the state mean of about 376.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Glidden has climbed 14% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 342 students to 390.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Glidden discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Glidden?
Glidden, Iowa has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 390 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Glidden?
Glidden has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Glidden?
Glidden-Ralston Elementary School is the largest public school in Glidden by enrollment, with approximately 227 students.
What school districts serve Glidden?
Glidden public schools are operated by Glidden-Ralston Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Glidden cover?
Public schools in Glidden serve students from pre-K through grade 12.