Glendale American School

Glendale American School offers a thriving learning environment for its students.

At Glendale American School, students embark on a journey of discovery and growth.

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Glendale American School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8

8530 N 55th Ave, Glendale, AZ

Glendale Elementary School District

2.5

2.6

690 Students

C-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Amy Troutt

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1

Math Proficiency
16%

Reading Proficiency
28%

C-

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

28%

Math Proficiency

16%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 18:1 Teachers 37	Full Time Teachers 37
Teachers in First or Second Year 54.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

728:1

Student Diversity

Male 52.1%	Female 47.9%
Economically disadvantaged 70.5%	Hispanic 58.2%
Male 52.1%	Female 47.9%
Limited English proficient 23.6%	White 16.7%
Black 14.5%	Asian 5.3%
Two or more races 2.7%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 Niche User

4/19/2019

Administration is terrible, teachers don't teach well. Front office doesn't do much when there is an issue.

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5.0 parent

11/15/2025

I have been very impressed with Glendale American. The administration is friendly and communicates well. They host many fun events, and the principal really knows her stuff. She worked hard with her staff to help my children and me, and I was very happy with the support we received. I often see her...

1.0 parent

11/6/2023

recently had an unfortunate experience with Glendale American Elementary where I encountered a significant bullying problem. It deeply saddens me to share this review, as I believe every student deserves a safe and nurturing environment to learn and grow.My daughter observed instances of bullying th...

1.0 other

8/30/2023

Endless meetings and PDs, teachers don’t have much time for planning or even bathroom. Teachers are forced to take work home all the time. The school has a lot of misbehaving kids, but their parents tend to claim that they are being bullied actually the opposite. The class size is typically over 23...

1.0 parent

9/8/2022

I do not recommend in Glendale American if you want your kids to get a great education. If your kids are late to school they hold them in the office if there’s not a parent available to sign them in and instead of just signing them in and getting them to class they make them sit in the office until...

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List Price Range

$193K - $1.3M

Homes For Sale

802

Average Home Value

$445,127

Median Lot Size

5,662 Sq Ft

% Renters

45%

Average Household Income

$83,467

% of College Grads

22.2%

Median Age

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Arizona Maricopa County Glendale 85302

Glendale American School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Glendale, AZ, in the Glendale neighborhood, and is served by the Glendale Elementary School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 690 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 16% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 28% are proficient in reading. Glendale American School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $445,127. Discover additional schools in the area, like Apollo High School, Glendale High School, West-Mec - Glendale High School, and more. Learn more about what Glendale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Glendale American School.

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