Glendale Community College is a public community college in Glendale, Arizona. GCC opened in 1965. Programs include associate degrees, certificate programs, industry-specific training, and university transfer.
Serving 2 students in grades 9-12, West-mec Glendale Community College ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Math Proficiency: 40-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
West-mec Glendale Community College's student population of 2 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of West-mec Glendale Community College is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
100%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend West-mec Glendale Community College?
2 students attend West-mec Glendale Community College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West-mec Glendale Community College students are White.
What grades does West-mec Glendale Community College offer ?
West-mec Glendale Community College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West-mec Glendale Community College part of?
West-mec Glendale Community College is part of West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923) School District.
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