Serving 1,187 students in grades 9-12, Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School's student population of 1,187 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#293 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
5%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School's ranking?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School is ranked #293 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School often compared to?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescenta Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School?
1,187 students attend Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School offer ?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School part of?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School located?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School is located in the Crescenta Highlands neighborhood of La Crescenta, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Crescenta Highlands.
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