Serving 678 students in grades 6-8, Glendale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glendale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Glendale Middle School's student population of 678 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Glendale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale Middle School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#884 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
62%
21%
Black
7%
1%
White
9%
69%
Hawaiian
11%
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Salt Lake School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendale Middle School's ranking?
Glendale Middle School is ranked #884 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Glendale Middle School?
678 students attend Glendale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Glendale Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendale Middle School?
Glendale Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Glendale Middle School offer ?
Glendale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glendale Middle School part of?
Glendale Middle School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Glendale Middle School located?
Glendale Middle School is located in the Glendale neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Glendale.
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