Glendale High School

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Glendale High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
6216 W Glendale Ave,  Glendale, AZ
Glendale Union High School District
3.8
3.6
1,846 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Justin Tarver
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
24%
Reading Proficiency
33%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
86%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Reading Proficiency
33%
Math Proficiency
24%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
81
Full Time Teachers
81
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
540
Verbal
580
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
22
Reading
22
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
38.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
9%
State Average
31%
Math
51%
State Average
44%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
495:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Economically disadvantaged
88.5%
Hispanic
76%
Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Limited English proficient
19.9%
Black
9.3%
White
7.4%
Asian
2.8%
Two or more races
2%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 369 Students
Northern Arizona University 281 Students
Grand Canyon University 247 Students
University of Arizona 183 Students
Glendale Community College - Arizona 178 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 161 Students
Phoenix College 87 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 74 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus 67 Students
Prescott College 51 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 66 Students
Nursing 51 Students
Biology 48 Students
Psychology 47 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 24 Students
Dental Hygiene 24 Students
Computer Science 23 Students
Marketing 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 19 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 238 Reviews
5.0
7/4/2024
I got to experience going to school with many different people from places all over the world. I made friends, had great teachers, and most of all had fun.
4.0 Junior
6/9/2022
It's a pretty average school. There are a plenty of clubs and sports. The lunch is kind of bad, it was better my freshmen year.
4.0 Alum
4/15/2021
My experience with Glendale High School was good overall. Some of the things that could be improved are the food choices as well as administration.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 5 Reviews
3.0 parent
9/28/2019
Pretty decent besides one teacher ruining everything for how I view the school now.
5.0 teacher
4/29/2014
Glendale High School has an amazing student population. These kids are friendly and caring. They want to better their lives. The teachers care about each student's success, and many opportunities are available for extra help or tutoring. We are family! I am blessed to work at a school with enthusias...
4.0 teacher
4/29/2014
Students that attend GHS face rigorous expectations that helps them grow quickly into young, responsible adults ready to impact our future and our society. Not only do we push students for success, but many time students that attend GHS are coming from failing elementary and middle schools which mea...
5.0 student
11/2/2013
I have graduated from this high school.Now, I am attending in Arizona State University. This school has good teachers, administrator and staffs. Most of the students have scored good in AIMS. Students & teachers are really friendly. I will suggest anyone to attend in this school.

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Glendale High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Glendale, AZ, in the Glendale neighborhood, and is served by the Glendale Union High School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,846 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 24% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 33% are proficient in reading. Glendale High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.31, the graduation rate is 86%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $445,675. Discover additional schools in the area, like Independence High School, Apollo 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 High School.

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