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#4473 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Cypress Elementary
Elementary School · Covina-Valley Unified
351 West Cypress Ave., Covina, CA 91723
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,473 of 9,539
In Covina
#11 of 25
public schools
In district
#13 of 17
Covina-Valley Unified
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Cypress Elementary
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About Cypress Elementary
Cypress Elementary is a public elementary school in Covina, CA, part of Covina-Valley Unified. Cypress Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,473 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cypress Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cypress Elementary runs 23.7:1 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.
36% of students at Cypress 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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Cypress Elementary — Students at Cypress Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Cypress Elementary Compares
See how Cypress 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
351 West Cypress Ave., Covina, CA 91723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cypress Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ben Lomond Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Magnolia Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Azusa), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Workman Avenue Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Covina), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Covina, see our Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairvalley High (Continuation) Covina | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Covina-Valley Learning Options Academy Covina | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Covina High Covina | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Northview High Covina | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Clifford D. Murray Elementary Azusa | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Firm Foundation Christian Academy Covina | 1.2 mi | — |
| FIRM FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covina | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Legacy Christian PSP Covina | 1.1 mi | — |
| Traweek Middle West Covina | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sierra High Azusa | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Gladstone Middle Azusa | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #219 Covina | 1.2 mi | — |
| Magnolia Elementary Azusa | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Sacred Heart Elementary Covina | 1.5 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Covina | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Workman Avenue Elementary West Covina | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Las Palmas Middle Covina | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Christbridge Academy Azusa | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHRISTBRIDGE ACADEMY Azusa | 1.5 mi | — |
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 Cypress Elementary
What grades does Cypress Elementary serve?
Cypress Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cypress Elementary?
Cypress Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cypress Elementary is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cypress Elementary rank in CA?
Cypress Elementary ranks #4,473 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cypress Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Cypress Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cypress Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cypress Elementary a charter school?
No, Cypress Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cypress Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cypress Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cypress Elementary?
82.0% of students at Cypress 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
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (626) 974-4300
Resources & Links
District
Covina-Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,143
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,230
- District Rank
- #13 of 17
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