Excellent
#159 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 8% in state
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep
High School · Glendale Preparatory Academy (89829)
4801 E WASHINGTON ST STE 250, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Enrollment
626
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
626
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#159 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#40 of 422
public schools
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep
High School in Phoenix · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Glendale Preparatory Academy (89829). Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep — Students at Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 7.0/10.
How Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep Compares
See how Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4801 E WASHINGTON ST STE 250, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mountain Ridge High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Glendale), with a comparable rating. Another option is Sunrise Mountain High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Peoria), a more accessible option. Additionally, Liberty High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Peoria), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Glendale Phoenix | 0.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Student Choice High School Peoria | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Peoria Peoria | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Sunrise Mountain High School Peoria | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Frontier Elementary School Peoria | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN SCIENCE ACADEMY Peoria | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Coyote Hills Elementary School Peoria | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Peoria Traditional School Sun City | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT PEORIA Peoria | 1.7 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Middle School Glendale | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Liberty High School Peoria | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Happy Valley School Mesa | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Copper Creek Elementary School Glendale | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Sierra Verde STEAM Academy Glendale | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| West Wing School Peoria | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Terramar Academy of the Arts Peoria | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountain Ridge High School Glendale | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| West-MEC - Mountain Ridge High School Glendale | 2.0 mi | — |
| Sunset Heights Elementary School Peoria | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| EdOptions HS Learning Center Peoria | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,545
Median Home Value
$397,400
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
4,825
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
22.6%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Hearts Academies - Chandler Prep Phoenix, AZ | 8.7 |
| Highland Prep Surprise, AZ | 8.7 |
| Tempe Preparatory Academy Tempe, AZ | 8.7 |
| Thatcher High School Thatcher, AZ | 8.7 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy-Polytechnic High School Mesa, AZ | 8.8 |
| University High School Tolleson, AZ | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep
What grades does Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep serve?
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep?
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.
How does Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep rank in AZ?
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep ranks #159 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep a charter school?
Yes, Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep a Title I school?
No, Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 626
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (623) 889-0822
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Preparatory Academy (89829)- District Enrollment
- 626
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,487
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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