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#3877 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Barranca Elementary
Elementary School · Covina-Valley Unified
727 South Barranca Ave., Covina, CA 91723
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,877 of 9,539
In Covina
#9 of 25
public schools
In district
#11 of 17
Covina-Valley Unified
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Barranca Elementary
Barranca Elementary is a public elementary school in Covina, CA, part of Covina-Valley Unified. Barranca Elementary serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barranca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,877 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Barranca Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Barranca Elementary runs 25.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Barranca Elementary — Students at Barranca Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Barranca Elementary Compares
See how Barranca 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
727 South Barranca Ave., Covina, CA 91723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barranca Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mesa Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby West Covina), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ben Lomond Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DISCOVERY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby West Covina), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Covina, see our Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mesa Elementary West Covina | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Sierra Vista Middle Covina | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| DISCOVERY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN West Covina | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Christ Lutheran Elementary West Covina | 0.7 mi | — |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Covina | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Firm Foundation Christian Academy Covina | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sacred Heart Elementary Covina | 0.8 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Covina | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| FIRM FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covina | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| South Hills High West Covina | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| West Covina Hills Adventist School West Covina | 0.8 mi | — |
| WEST COVINA HILLS ADVENTIST SCHOOL West Covina | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Mt. SAC Early College Academy at West Covina West Covina | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Covina High Covina | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Royal Oak Middle Covina | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| SONRISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Traweek Middle West Covina | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sonrise Christian Covina | 1.4 mi | — |
| Workman Avenue Elementary West Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,363
Median Home Value
$663,800
Median Rent
$1,711/mo
Population
18,200
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barranca Elementary
What grades does Barranca Elementary serve?
Barranca Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Barranca Elementary?
Barranca Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barranca Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Barranca Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barranca Elementary rank in CA?
Barranca Elementary ranks #3,877 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Barranca Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Barranca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Barranca Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barranca Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Barranca Elementary a charter school?
No, Barranca Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barranca Elementary a Title I school?
No, Barranca Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barranca Elementary?
80.0% of students at Barranca 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (626) 974-4000
Resources & Links
District
Covina-Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,143
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,230
- District Rank
- #11 of 17
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