Serving 220 students in grades 3-6, California Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: California Elementary serves the west part of West Covina, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
California Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
California Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4742 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Elementary School's ranking?
California Elementary School is ranked #4742 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are California Elementary School often compared to?
California Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Jose Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend California Elementary School?
220 students attend California Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of California Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California Elementary School?
California Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Elementary School offer ?
California Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is California Elementary School part of?
California Elementary School is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is California Elementary School located?
California Elementary School is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Walnut Valley.
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