Glendale High School is a high school in Glendale, California, United States. The school is part of the Glendale Unified School District.
Serving 2,006 students in grades 9-12, Glendale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glendale High School's student population of 2,006 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Glendale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5470 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dynamiters/nitros
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendale High School's ranking?
Glendale High School is ranked #5470 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Glendale High School often compared to?
Glendale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescenta Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glendale High School?
The graduation rate of Glendale High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glendale High School?
2,006 students attend Glendale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glendale High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glendale High School?
Glendale High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
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 Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Glendale High School located?
Glendale High School is located in the Citrus Grove neighborhood of Glendale, CA.
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