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.
1,136
Total Students
43.6
Full-Time Teachers
26.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
Demographic Student Count
White972
Hispanic63
Black4
Asian82
Two or More14
American Indian1
  • White
    972 (85.6%)
  • Asian
    82 (7.2%)
  • Hispanic
    63 (5.5%)
  • Two or More
    14 (1.2%)
  • Black
    4 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    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: 1,136
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 43.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 497
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Grade 9 325
Grade 10 284
Grade 11 270
Grade 12 257

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9325
Grade 10284
Grade 11270
Grade 12257
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female57250.4%
Male56449.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)