West Covina High School is a four-year comprehensive secondary school located in West Covina, California, United States.
Serving 1,811 students in grades 9-12, West Covina High School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Covina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Covina High School's student population of 1,811 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Covina High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Covina High School is 0.40, 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
#4990 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Covina High School's ranking?
West Covina High School is ranked #4990 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Covina High School often compared to?
West Covina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Hills High School, Edgewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Covina High School?
The graduation rate of West Covina High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Covina High School?
1,811 students attend West Covina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Covina High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Covina High School?
West Covina High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Covina High School offer ?
West Covina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Covina High School part of?
West Covina High School is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is West Covina High School located?
West Covina High 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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