Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manzanita Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Manzanita Elementary serves the west part of Covina, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manzanita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Manzanita Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manzanita Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manzanita Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1788 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manzanita Elementary School's ranking?
Manzanita Elementary School is ranked #1788 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manzanita Elementary School often compared to?
Manzanita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manzanita Elementary School, Foster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manzanita Elementary School?
425 students attend Manzanita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Manzanita Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manzanita Elementary School?
Manzanita Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manzanita Elementary School offer ?
Manzanita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Manzanita Elementary School part of?
Manzanita Elementary School is part of Covina-Valley Unified School District.
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