John Muir Elementary School

John Muir Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6
912 S Chevy Chase Dr,  Glendale, CA
Glendale Unified School District
3.6
818 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Juanita Shahijanian
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Math Proficiency
43%
Reading Proficiency
51%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
43%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Teachers
32
Full Time Teachers
32
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
22.5%
State Average
17.9%
Science
10.7%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Male
54.3%
Female
45.6%
White
55.9%
Hispanic
32%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.5%
Two or more races
1.5%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 22 Reviews
1.0 other
10/2/2025
I had really high hopes for this school when I first came in as a supporting staff substitute for the special education class. I had a poor experience with a teacher who was not trained but received the job and was barely being given training during the school year. I found this disappointing and da...
5.0 parent
7/16/2023
My son goes to this school. I am very glad. The teachers are also very good and so are the staff.
1.0 parent
12/16/2022
I would quit my job and homeschool before I let my child attend another semester. Racism and bullying are rampant; student supervision and family collaboration/engagement are non-existent. Good luck if you have a child with an IEP and expect support and comprehensive feedback. We moved out of Glenda...
5.0 parent
10/5/2022
Great school! We have two kids enrolled in the Spanish immersion FLAG program and have been thrilled with their experience so far.

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John Muir Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-6 in Glendale, CA and is served by the Glendale Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 818 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26:1. Academic records show that 43% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. John Muir Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $921,971. Discover additional schools in the area, like Glendale High School, Jewel City Community Day School, Allan F Daily High School, and more. Learn more about what Glendale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near John Muir Elementary School.

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