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 1,813 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 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glendale High School's student population of 1,813 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
76%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Northern Cardinal, Cardinal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Glendale High School?
1,813 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, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% 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 24:1, 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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