Best Schools in Glendale, California
37 schools · 25 Elementary · 3 Middle · 5 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Glendale?
Use this page to compare every school in Glendale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Elementary · Glendale Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Glenoaks Elementary
Elementary · Glendale Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
John C. Fremont Elementary
Elementary · Glendale Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Glendale for 2026 are Benjamin Franklin Elementary (8.1/10), Glenoaks Elementary (8.1/10), and John C. Fremont Elementary (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 22 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
37
23 public · 14 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$1,003,522
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
37
23 public · 14 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$1,003,522
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.5/10 despite 77% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Glendale schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +5.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Glendale schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Glendale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 22 rated schools; 37 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benjamin Franklin Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Glenoaks Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | John C. Fremont Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Woodrow Wilson Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Verdugo Academy | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Herbert Hoover High | 7.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Thomas Jefferson Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 8 | John Muir Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Theodore Roosevelt Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Eleanor J. Toll Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $92,776
- Median home value
- $1,003,522
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 47%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 39%
36% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Glendale compares
California rank
#319 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$93k
93% of California median
Schools in this city
28
Glendale Unified runs Glendale's public schools
23 public schools. Glendale Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Glendale is a Glendale Unified school (23 of 23).
Among 22 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.1 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Glendale, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Glendale, California
Glendale's public school system gives parents meaningful choices. The city has 22 ranked public schools carrying an average score of 6.5 out of 10 — a solid baseline that sits within reach of the city's high performers. Eight of those schools, or 36% of the total, score 7.0 or higher, meaning more than a third of Glendale's ranked schools clear a strong performance threshold.
The strongest results cluster at the elementary level. Thomas Edison Elementary leads the city at 8.4 out of 10, the highest score in Glendale. Verdugo Woodlands Elementary follows at 8.2, while Benjamin Franklin Elementary and Horace Mann Elementary both earn an 8.1. Columbus Elementary rounds out the top five at 7.9. Five schools scoring within half a point of each other is a meaningful pattern — it means families in different neighborhoods have access to comparably strong K–5 options rather than a single school dominating the top spot.
The 6.5 city average reflects real spread across school levels and neighborhoods. Edison's 8.4 sits nearly two full points above that midpoint, which tells parents the upper tier here is genuinely strong, not just marginally above average. The gap between Glendale's best schools and its midrange ones is real, so neighborhood boundaries matter. Glendale's top elementaries are distributed across different parts of the city rather than concentrated in one zone, which is worth mapping before assuming proximity to a high scorer.
For families beginning their search, the practical starting point is the elementary tier — that's where Glendale's performance data is clearest and the top options most concentrated. Use each school's individual profile to compare test score breakdowns, demographic context, and year-over-year growth trends. The eight schools scoring 7.0 or higher give Glendale parents a solid field to work from. Confirm enrollment eligibility by address early, since boundary lines determine which of these options are actually available to you.
Elementary Schools
25 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 626 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 509 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 583 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 |
| 4 | 796 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.5 |
| 5 | 818 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.5 |
| 6 | 967 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 7 | 959 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 8 | 806 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.7 |
| 9 | 641 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.6 |
| 10 | 646 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 |
Show all 25 elementary schools in Glendale
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,127 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 818 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 1,349 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,538 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 2,006 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 3 | 108 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Armenian FairytalePrivate 125 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Fun Way of Learning SchoolPrivate 16 students · 10th–10th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 173 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 125 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 3 | 7 students · 7th–10th | — | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Glendale Adventist AcademyPrivate 312 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Glendale
Glendale, California · 37 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 9 ZIP codes
Median Income
$92,776
Median Home Value
$1,003,522
Median Rent
$2,174/mo
Population
204,868
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
39%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Glendale has a median household income of $92,776. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,003,522, with a median rent of $2,174/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 25
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 5
- Other
- 4
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in California
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Glendale, California
How many schools are in Glendale, California?
Glendale has 37 schools, including 23 public and 14 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Glendale, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Glendale is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Glendale, California?
The top-ranked school in Glendale on MySchoolScout is Benjamin Franklin Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Glendale, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Glendale on MySchoolScout is Benjamin Franklin Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Glendale, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Glendale on MySchoolScout is Woodrow Wilson Middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Glendale, California?
The top-ranked high school in Glendale on MySchoolScout is Herbert Hoover High with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Glendale, California?
Glendale is served by 1 school district: Glendale Unified.
What is the education level in Glendale, California?
According to Census data, 47% of adults in Glendale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Glendale, California?
The median household income in Glendale is approximately $92,776 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Glendale, California?
Yes, Glendale has 14 private schools alongside 23 public schools. The top-rated private school is Incarnation Parish School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Glendale, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Glendale is 17.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Glendale, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.