Glendale High School is located in Glendale, Arizona, United States, and is part of the Glendale Union High School District. It was founded in 1911 and is the oldest Arizona high school which still remains on its original site, having been established at Glendale and Grand Avenues in the fall of 1912.
Serving 1,734 students in grades 9-12, Glendale High 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 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glendale High School serves the southwest part of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glendale High School's student population of 1,734 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,734 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glendale High 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 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
#1051 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Northern Cardinal, Cardinal
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 #1051 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 86%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Glendale High School?
1,734 students attend Glendale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Glendale High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 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 21:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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