Serving 1,923 students in grades 9-12, West Covina High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Covina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Covina High School's student population of 1,923 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Covina High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Covina High School often compared to?
West Covina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Hills High School, Edgewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Covina High School?
The graduation rate of West Covina High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Covina High School?
1,923 students attend West Covina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Covina High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Covina High School?
West Covina High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Covina High School offer ?
West Covina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Covina High School part of?
West Covina High School is part of West Covina Unified School District.
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