Glendale, CA – All four GUSD comprehensive high schools rank among the nation’s best once again
according to the U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 Best High Schools ranking. All four schools – Clark
Magnet, Crescenta Valley, Hoover, and Glendale High – rank in the top 25% of high schools
nationally, with Clark Magnet and Crescenta Valley High ranking in the top 3%.
According to U.S. News & World Report rankings methodology, “the highest ranked U.S. public
schools in U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 Best High Schools rankings are those whose attendees
demonstrated outstanding outcomes above expectations in math and reading state assessments,
passed a diverse array of college-level exams, and graduated in high proportions.” This year, U.S.
News & World Report revamped their rankings methodology and reviewed more than 23,000 high
schools, up from 2,700 in 2018.
“GUSD is a dynamic, high performing school district. Our talented teachers, classified staff, and
administrators work tirelessly alongside our parents and community to provide an exceptional
education for every student,” said GUSD Interim Superintendent Dr. Kelly King. “The wonderful
thing about GUSD is no matter which school our students attend they are sure to receive a top-tier
education that prepares them for a bright future.”