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Best 85301 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,618 students in 85301, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 707 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 85301, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85301, AZ are Crown Point High School, West-mec - Glendale High School and Glendale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85301 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85301, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85301, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crown Point High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5850 W Northview Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 845-0781
Gr: 9-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Glendale High School
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6216 W Glendale Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 435-6200
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Glendale High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6216 W Glendale Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 435-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,734 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Glendale Elementary Online (G.e.o.) Learning
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7301 N 58th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 237-6300
Gr: K-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Glendale Union Online
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4530 W Northern Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 435-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 285 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
William C Jack School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6600 W Missouri Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 237-4005
Gr: PK-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Don Mensendick School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5535 N 67th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 237-4006
Gr: K-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Barcelona Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6530 N 44th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 842-8616
Gr: PK-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Harold W Smith School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6534 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 237-4003
Gr: K-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Carol G. Peck Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5810 N 49th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 842-3889
Gr: K-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Glendale Landmark School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5730 W Myrtle Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 237-4001
Gr: PK-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1212.
Glenn F Burton School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 W Maryland Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 237-4007
Gr: K-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1313.
Ombudsman - Charter Metro
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7910 N. 43rd Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 842-6157
Gr: 9-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1414.
Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4530 W Northern Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 435-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85301, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85301, AZ include Crown Point High School, West-mec - Glendale High School and Glendale High School.
How many public schools are located in 85301?
14 public schools are located in 85301.
What percentage of students in 85301 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 85301 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85301?
85301 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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