RATINGS

District GreatSchools Ratings

Many of the schools in this district are rated average in school quality.

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Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Glendale Elementary District based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Student Progress

A larger number of schools in this district have students who are making more academic progress than their peers at other schools in the state.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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STUDENT LIFE

District Calendar

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District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in Glendale Elementary District

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Teacher
October 19, 2025
Incompetent toxic leadership. There is a reason for the high turnover of staff and it starts with the principal. Students are paying the price for their lack of communication and unprofessionalism.
Review for Desert Spirit
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
August 27, 2025
This is literally the worst school in glendale so far. They do not care about the safety of children, multiple times have they left unattended my siblings during dismissal. TODAY they aloud one of our... More
Review for Harold W Smith School
Parent / Guardian
August 13, 2025
Hate this school and his son has only been in here for a week and a half. Wasn’t informed about anything I’m honestly just guided with what is told to me on the day of. The white staff seem to favor... More
Review for Glendale American School
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