Anderson W. Clark Magnet High

School Overview
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School, located in La Crescenta, California, is a specialized public high school within the Glendale Unified School District that focuses on science, mathematics, and advanced technology. Known for its rigorous academic environment and modern facilities, the school offers a unique curriculum designed to prepare students for competitive collegiate programs and careers in STEM-related fields. By integrating hands-on laboratory work with traditional coursework, Clark Magnet creates a professional atmosphere that emphasizes innovation, technical proficiency, and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic focus, the school is recognized for its small, close-knit community and its commitment to project-based learning. Students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities such as robotics, engineering competitions, and specialized academic clubs that mirror the school’s technology-centric mission. Because it is a magnet school, it draws a diverse student body from across the district who are united by an interest in high-level research and specialized technical education, resulting in a culture that consistently achieves high standardized test scores and strong graduation outcomes.
1,187
Total Students
44.8
Full-Time Teachers
26.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
Demographic Student Count
White990
Hispanic61
Black3
Asian113
Two or More19
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    990 (83.4 %)
  • Asian
    113 (9.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    61 (5.1 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Glendale Unified
Phone: (818)248-8324
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,187
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 497
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Grade 9 321
Grade 10 294
Grade 11 294
Grade 12 278

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9321
Grade 10294
Grade 11294
Grade 12278
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female57448.4%
Male61351.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)