Serving 678 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Glendale American School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glendale American School's student population of 678 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glendale American School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale American School is 0.61, 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
#1595 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
58%
49%
Black
15%
6%
White
17%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendale American School's ranking?
Glendale American School is ranked #1595 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Glendale American School often compared to?
Glendale American Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Glendale American School?
678 students attend Glendale American School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Glendale American School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendale American School?
Glendale American School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glendale American School offer ?
Glendale American School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glendale American School part of?
Glendale American School is part of Glendale Elementary District (4271).
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