Below Average
#8391 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cameron Elementary
Elementary School · West Covina Unified
1225 East Cameron Ave., West Covina, CA 91790
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,391 of 9,539
In West Covina
#25 of 25
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
West Covina Unified
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Cameron Elementary
Cameron Elementary is a public elementary school in West Covina, CA, part of West Covina Unified. Cameron Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cameron Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,391 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cameron Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cameron Elementary runs 26.8:1 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.
39% of students at Cameron 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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Cameron Elementary — Students at Cameron Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Cameron Elementary Compares
See how Cameron 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
1225 East Cameron Ave., West Covina, CA 91790
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cameron Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Merced Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rowland Avenue Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wescove Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Covina, see our West Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Covina High West Covina | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Merlinda Elementary West Covina | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Merced Elementary West Covina | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF WEST COVINA West Covina | 0.7 mi | — |
| St. Christopher Parish School West Covina | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST CHRISTOPHER PARISH SCHOOL West Covina | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Coronado High (Continuation) West Covina | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH HILLS ACADEMY West Covina | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Walnut Grove Intermediate West Covina | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Vine Elementary West Covina | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Rowland Avenue Elementary West Covina | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Hollencrest Middle West Covina | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Workman Avenue Elementary West Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Wescove Elementary West Covina | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Mt. SAC Early College Academy at West Covina West Covina | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Traweek Middle West Covina | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Grovecenter Elementary West Covina | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Covina | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Sacred Heart Elementary Covina | 1.6 mi | — |
| Valinda School of Academics Valinda | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91790 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,142
Median Home Value
$695,700
Median Rent
$2,253/mo
Population
44,791
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cameron Elementary
What grades does Cameron Elementary serve?
Cameron Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cameron Elementary?
Cameron Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cameron Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cameron Elementary is 26.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cameron Elementary rank in CA?
Cameron Elementary ranks #8,391 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cameron Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cameron Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Cameron Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cameron Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cameron Elementary a charter school?
No, Cameron Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cameron Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cameron Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cameron Elementary?
77.1% of students at Cameron 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
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (626) 931-1740
Resources & Links
District
West Covina Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,794
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,655
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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