Below Average
#1540 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Glendale American School
Elementary School · Glendale Elementary District (4271)
8530 N 55TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85302
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,540 of 2,006
In Glendale
#57 of 82
public schools
In district
#9 of 14
Glendale Elementary District (4271)
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About Glendale American School
Glendale American School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Glendale Elementary District (4271). Glendale American School serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Glendale American School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,540 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Glendale American School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Glendale American School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Glendale American School — Students at Glendale American School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Glendale American School Compares
See how Glendale American School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8530 N 55TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glendale American School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glendale Elementary Online (G.E.O.) Learning (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,516
Median Home Value
$326,600
Median Rent
$1,241/mo
Population
40,329
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
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| Adams Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.9 |
| Arizona City Elementary School Eloy, AZ | 4.9 |
| Cesar E Chavez Community School Phoenix, AZ | 4.9 |
| Edison Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.9 |
| Estrella Vista Elementary School Avondale, AZ | 4.9 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Elementary Phoenix, AZ | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glendale American School
What grades does Glendale American School serve?
Glendale American School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Glendale American School?
Glendale American School has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glendale American School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glendale American School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glendale American School rank in AZ?
Glendale American School ranks #1,540 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Glendale American School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glendale American School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Glendale American School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glendale American School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Glendale American School a charter school?
No, Glendale American School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glendale American School a Title I school?
No, Glendale American School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 640
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.7%
- Phone
- (623) 237-4008
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Elementary District (4271)- District Enrollment
- 8,858
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,795
- District Rank
- #9 of 14
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