Below Average
#8102 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mt. Lukens Continuation
High School · Los Angeles Unified
7705 Summitrose St., Tujunga, CA 91042
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,102 of 9,539
In Tujunga
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#749 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
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Mt. Lukens Continuation
High School in Tujunga · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mt. Lukens Continuation
Mt. Lukens Continuation is a public high school in Tujunga, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Mt.
Lukens Continuation serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Lukens Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,102 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Lukens Continuation show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Mt. Lukens Continuation is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Mt. Lukens Continuation sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
100% of students at Mt. Lukens Continuation were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Lukens Continuation — Students at Mt. Lukens Continuation score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Mt. Lukens Continuation Compares
See how Mt. Lukens Continuation performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7705 Summitrose St., Tujunga, CA 91042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Lukens Continuation may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Verdugo Hills Senior High (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anderson W. Clark Magnet High (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tujunga, see our Tujunga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Verdugo Hills Senior High Tujunga | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga | 0.2 mi | — |
| Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga | 0.3 mi | — |
| Plainview Academic Charter Academy Tujunga | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Mt. Gleason Middle Sunland | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Sunland Elementary Sunland | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 2.4 mi | — |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 2.5 mi | 2.3 |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 2.6 mi | — |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 2.9 mi | — |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Valley View Elementary La Crescenta | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,707
Median Home Value
$801,800
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
27,055
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Evergreen High Oakhurst, CA | 4.4 |
| Florence E. Rata Fresno, CA | 4.4 |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica, CA | 4.3 |
| Bravo Lake High Woodlake, CA | 4.6 |
| Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation) Half Moon Bay, CA | 4.6 |
| Chautauqua High (Continuation) Big Bear Lake, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Lukens Continuation
What grades does Mt. Lukens Continuation serve?
Mt. Lukens Continuation serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mt. Lukens Continuation?
Mt. Lukens Continuation has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Lukens Continuation?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Lukens Continuation is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Lukens Continuation rank in CA?
Mt. Lukens Continuation ranks #8,102 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Lukens Continuation's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Lukens Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mt. Lukens Continuation?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Lukens Continuation has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Lukens Continuation a charter school?
No, Mt. Lukens Continuation is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Lukens Continuation a Title I school?
No, Mt. Lukens Continuation is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Lukens Continuation?
89.7% of students at Mt. Lukens Continuation qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 100.0%
- Phone
- (818) 352-4039
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #749 of 769
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