John H. Glenn High School serves 1,202 students in grades 9-12.
John H. Glenn High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John H. Glenn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
John H. Glenn High School's student population of 1,202 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John H. Glenn High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of John H. Glenn High School is 0.21, 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
#1444 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John H. Glenn High School's ranking?
John H. Glenn High School is ranked #1444 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John H. Glenn High School often compared to?
John H. Glenn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Mirada High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John H. Glenn High School?
The graduation rate of John H. Glenn High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend John H. Glenn High School?
1,202 students attend John H. Glenn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of John H. Glenn High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John H. Glenn High School?
John H. Glenn High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does John H. Glenn High School offer ?
John H. Glenn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John H. Glenn High School part of?
John H. Glenn High School is part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS (Events)
June 01, 2023 (Thursday)
Last Day of School for Students -Minimum Day (Events)
June 01, 2023 (Thursday)
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