John Muir Elementary School

Its student–teacher ratio hovers around 25–26 to 1, supported by roughly 30 dedicated full-time educators.

John Muir Elementary is where every student shines academically.

John Muir Elementary School
features a large campus for students to learn and explore.

The school earned designation as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School, highlighting its strong academics and growth in closing achievement gaps.

John Muir Elementary School serves around 750 students in grades K–6 within the Glendale Unified School District.

Learning at John Muir spans beyond academics, with extracurricular clubs, arts programs, and community service projects enriching the student experience.

The school maintains a strong culture of inclusion and equity, serving both neighborhood children and those in the coveted dual-immersion track.

John Muir Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6

912 S Chevy Chase Dr, Glendale, CA

Somerset Neighborhood

Glendale Unified School District

818 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Juanita Shahijanian

Student Teacher Ratio
26:1

Math Proficiency
43%

Reading Proficiency
51%

B+

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

51%

Math Proficiency

43%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

26:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

15.8%

Test Scores

Equity

Student Progress

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

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

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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 $892,318. 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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