Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, Hollencrest Middle 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hollencrest Middle serves the eastern part of West Covina, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hollencrest Middle School's student population of 737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
737 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Greatness happens here!
School Rankings
Hollencrest Middle 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 Hollencrest Middle School is 0.46, 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
#3980 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollencrest Middle School's ranking?
Hollencrest Middle School is ranked #3980 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hollencrest Middle School often compared to?
Hollencrest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Middle School, Merced Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hollencrest Middle School?
737 students attend Hollencrest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hollencrest Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollencrest Middle School?
Hollencrest Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hollencrest Middle School offer ?
Hollencrest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hollencrest Middle School part of?
Hollencrest Middle School is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hollencrest Middle School located?
Hollencrest Middle 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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