For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,346 students in 91790, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91790, CA are San Jose Charter Academy, Rowland Avenue Elementary School and Merlinda Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 91790 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 91790, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91790, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Jose Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2021 West Alwood St.
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 856-1693
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 856-1693
Gr: K-8 | 1,255 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Rowland Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1355 East Rowland Ave.
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 974-4700
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 974-4700
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Merlinda Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1120 South Valinda Ave.
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 931-1720
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 931-1720
Gr: K-6 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1615 West Eldred Ave.
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4830
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4830
Gr: K-6 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Orangewood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1440 South Orange Ave.
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4820
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4820
Gr: K-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Cameron Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1225 East Cameron Ave.
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 931-1740
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 931-1740
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
California Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1125 Bainbridge
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4800
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4800
Gr: 3-6 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1625 West Durness
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4900
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 91790, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91790, CA include San Jose Charter Academy, Rowland Avenue Elementary School and Merlinda Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 91790?
8 public elementary schools are located in 91790.
What is the racial composition of students in 91790?
91790 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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