Anderson W. Clark Magnet High vs Dunsmore Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 449 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High
La Crescenta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,136 students
Dunsmore Elementary
La Crescenta · Public elementary · Grades K–6
589 students
| Measure | Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta, California | Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #110 of 1,343 | #667 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3288 of 16,910 | #9503 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,136 | 589 |
| Enrollment | 1,136 | 589 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.7% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 72% |
| city | La Crescenta | La Crescenta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dunsmore Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 70.0).
- •Anderson W. Clark Magnet High does better on math proficiency (75% vs 72%).
- •Anderson W. Clark Magnet High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 77%).
- •Dunsmore Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 46.7%).
- •Dunsmore Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 26.4).
- •Anderson W. Clark Magnet High is the larger school with 1,136 students compared with 589.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Anderson W. Clark Magnet High better than Dunsmore Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dunsmore Elementary ranks higher (72.6 vs 70.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Anderson W. Clark Magnet High and Dunsmore Elementary?
About 449 m in a straight line, between La Crescenta and La Crescenta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High: 1,136. Dunsmore Elementary: 589. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson W. Clark Magnet High and Dunsmore Elementary rank in California?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High is 110th of 1,343 and Dunsmore Elementary is 667th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).