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Badillo Elementary
Elementary School · Charter Oak Unified
1771 East Old Badillo Ave., Covina, CA 91724
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,603 of 9,539
In Covina
#15 of 25
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Charter Oak Unified
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Badillo Elementary
Badillo Elementary is a public elementary school in Covina, CA, part of Charter Oak Unified. Badillo Elementary serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Badillo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,603 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Badillo Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Badillo Elementary runs 23.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Badillo Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Badillo Elementary — Students at Badillo Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Badillo Elementary Compares
See how Badillo Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1771 East Old Badillo Ave., Covina, CA 91724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Badillo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ben Lomond Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barranca Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Willow Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Glendora), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Covina, see our Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Middle Covina | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SONRISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Covina | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Sonrise Christian Covina | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST LOUISE DE MARILLAC SCHOOL Covina | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Louise de Marillac School Covina | 0.8 mi | — |
| Glen Oak Elementary Covina | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Charter Oak High Covina | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Cedargrove Elementary Covina | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Sierra Vista Middle Covina | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| West Covina Hills Adventist School West Covina | 1.4 mi | — |
| WEST COVINA HILLS ADVENTIST SCHOOL West Covina | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Arrow High (Continuation) Glendora | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Oak Knoll Alternative Glendora | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Bridges Community Day Glendora | 1.8 mi | — |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Lone Hill Middle San Dimas | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| VIA VERDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Dimas | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| VIA VERDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL CORP. San Dimas | 1.8 mi | — |
| Willow Elementary Glendora | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Barranca Elementary Covina | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,129
Median Home Value
$722,600
Median Rent
$2,056/mo
Population
28,113
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Badillo Elementary
What grades does Badillo Elementary serve?
Badillo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Badillo Elementary?
Badillo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Badillo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Badillo Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Badillo Elementary rank in CA?
Badillo Elementary ranks #5,603 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Badillo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Badillo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Badillo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Badillo Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Badillo Elementary a charter school?
No, Badillo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Badillo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Badillo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Badillo Elementary?
74.9% of students at Badillo Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (626) 966-1753
Resources & Links
District
Charter Oak Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,248
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,633
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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