Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cameron Elementary 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cameron Elementary serves a central area in West Covina, CA, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cameron Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cameron 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 Cameron Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#4323 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cameron Elementary School's ranking?
Cameron Elementary School is ranked #4323 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cameron Elementary School?
363 students attend Cameron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cameron Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cameron Elementary School?
Cameron Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cameron Elementary School offer ?
Cameron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cameron Elementary School part of?
Cameron Elementary School is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cameron Elementary School located?
Cameron 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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