Anderson W. Clark Magnet High vs Monte Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km 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
Monte Vista Elementary
La Crescenta · Public elementary · Grades K–6
721 students
| Measure | Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta, California | Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #110 of 1,343 | #385 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3288 of 16,910 | #6149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,136 | 721 |
| Enrollment | 1,136 | 721 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.7% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 85% |
| city | La Crescenta | La Crescenta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monte Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.0 vs 70.0).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 75%).
- •Anderson W. Clark Magnet High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 84%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 46.7%).
- •Anderson W. Clark Magnet High does better on students per teacher (26.4 vs 27.7).
- •Anderson W. Clark Magnet High is the larger school with 1,136 students compared with 721.
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 Monte Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monte Vista Elementary ranks higher (78.0 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 Monte Vista Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between La Crescenta and La Crescenta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High: 1,136. Monte Vista Elementary: 721. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson W. Clark Magnet High and Monte Vista Elementary rank in California?
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High is 110th of 1,343 and Monte Vista Elementary is 385th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).