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Sandburg Middle

Glendora Unified · Los Angeles County · 819 West Bennett Avenue, Glendora, CA 91741-2402

(626) 852-4530

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8/10
#360
Rank 360 out of 1,315
Top 27%
English Language Arts8/10 · #372 · 72nd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #358 · 73rd percentile
Science8/10 · #377 · 72nd percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the foothills of the San Gabriel Valley, Sandburg Middle sits in Glendora — a quiet, tree-lined city that locals proudly call "The Pride of the Foothills" for good reason. The school performs solidly above the state middle, making it a reliable option for families in a district known for taking academics seriously without the intense pressure of some neighboring communities. It's a good fit for families who want a grounded, community-oriented school experience in a suburb that feels genuinely neighborly, with easy access to hiking trails, a charming Old Town, and a pace of life that's a welcome contrast to the busier parts of L.A. County.

Student Demographics

671 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
435 (65%)
White
101 (15%)
Asian
61 (9%)
Multiple Races
41 (6%)
Filipino
19 (3%)
African American
11 (2%)
Other
3 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners73 (11%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged263 (39%)
Students with Disabilities95 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

695
Enrollment
28.4
Teachers (FTE)
24.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
20
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #572 · 58th percentile

119 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found