Glendale Middle School

1430 W Andrew Ave
Salt Lake City, UT 84104
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Serving 678 students in grades 6-8, Glendale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 678 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50% in UT
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : Glendale Middle serves the southwest part of Salt Lake City, covering an area of approximately 24.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 8.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Glendale Middle School's student population of 678 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
678 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Glendale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale Middle School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (UT)
#884 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

21%
40%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
20%
43%

Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
23%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1

Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
7%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
62%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
7%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

White
9%
69%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
11%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
91%
0.59

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
26%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
23%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%

Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glendale Middle School's ranking?
Glendale Middle School is ranked #884 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Glendale Middle School?
678 students attend Glendale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Glendale Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendale Middle School?
Glendale Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Glendale Middle School offer ?
Glendale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glendale Middle School part of?
Glendale Middle School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Glendale Middle School located?
Glendale Middle School is located in the Glendale neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Glendale.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 678 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : Glendale Middle serves the southwest part of Salt Lake City, covering an area of approximately 24.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 8.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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