Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
1,187 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 990 |
| Hispanic | 61 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 113 |
| Two or More | 19 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White990 (83.4 %)
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Asian113 (9.5 %)
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Hispanic61 (5.1 %)
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Two or More19 (1.6 %)
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Black3 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 321 |
| Grade 10 | 294 |
| Grade 11 | 294 |
| Grade 12 | 278 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 574 | 48.4% |
| Male | 613 | 51.6% |
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