Glendale Middle School

1430 W Andrew Ave
Salt Lake City, UT 84104
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 663 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 663 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50% in UT
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Glendale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:

School Overview

Glendale Middle School's student population of 663 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

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 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (UT)
#884 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21%
40%
(20-21)
20%
43%
(20-21)
23%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
65%
20%
Black
6%
1%
White
8%
71%
Hawaiian
12%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
663 students attend Glendale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Glendale Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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 (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 663 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education

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