Serving 1,816 students in grades 9-12, Glendale High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,816 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glendale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Glendale High School's student population of 1,816 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,816 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glendale High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#939 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
76%
47%
Black
9%
6%
White
9%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendale High School's ranking?
Glendale High School is ranked #939 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glendale High School?
The graduation rate of Glendale High School is 85%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Glendale High School?
1,816 students attend Glendale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Glendale High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glendale High School?
Glendale High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glendale High School offer ?
Glendale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glendale High School part of?
Glendale High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
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