Glencoe High School is a public secondary school in Hillsboro, Oregon that is part of the Hillsboro School District. It was founded in 1980 to relieve overcrowding at Hillsboro High School caused by the city's rapid expansion. Glencoe High is the second oldest of the four high schools in the city.
Serving 1,492 students in grades 9-12, Glencoe High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glencoe High School's student population of 1,492 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1980
Colors
Crimson, White, Black
School Rankings
Glencoe High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glencoe High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
42%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
46%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Captain Crimson
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glencoe High School's ranking?
Glencoe High School is ranked #702 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Glencoe High School often compared to?
Glencoe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century High School, Hillsboro High School, Forest Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glencoe High School?
The graduation rate of Glencoe High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Glencoe High School?
1,492 students attend Glencoe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Glencoe High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glencoe High School?
Glencoe High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glencoe High School offer ?
Glencoe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glencoe High School part of?
Glencoe High School is part of Hillsboro SD 1j School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Glencoe has an amazing sports system. The soccer, baseball and football team are all one of the best in the league. The choir is also superior, taught by one of the most musically talented men I have ever met.
2 10/10/2025
Not enough Saten worshipers. Nor enough strippers or windows.
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