Very Good
#3559 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Giano Intermediate
Middle School · Rowland Unified
3223 South Giano Ave., West Covina, CA 91792
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,559 of 9,539
In West Covina
#12 of 25
public schools
In district
#7 of 20
Rowland Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Giano Intermediate
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About Giano Intermediate
Giano Intermediate is a public middle school in West Covina, CA, part of Rowland Unified. Giano Intermediate serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Giano Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,559 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Giano Intermediate show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Giano Intermediate 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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Giano Intermediate — Students at Giano Intermediate score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 6.1/10.
How Giano Intermediate Compares
See how Giano Intermediate 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
3223 South Giano Ave., West Covina, CA 91792
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Giano Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hurley Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nogales High (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Telesis Academy of Science & Math (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Covina, see our West Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Villacorta Elementary La Puente | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Yorbita Elementary La Puente | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Northam Elementary La Puente | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Yu Family Private School La Puente | 0.5 mi | — |
| Santana High (Continuation) Rowland Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Rowland Virtual Learning Academy La Puente | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST MARTHA SCHOOL La Puente | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Martha Elementary School Valinda | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rorimer Elementary La Puente | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS #1065 West Covina | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| WALNUT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY West Covina | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Nogales High La Puente | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Grandview College Preparatory Academy Valinda | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| BRIGHT STAR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Walnut | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hurley Elementary La Puente | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| DEWAY SCHOOL City Of Industry | 1.6 mi | — |
| DEWAY SCHOOL City Of Industry | 1.6 mi | — |
| Jellick Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Wing Lane Elementary Valinda | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91792 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,383
Median Home Value
$653,800
Median Rent
$2,199/mo
Population
30,921
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
40.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Giano Intermediate
What grades does Giano Intermediate serve?
Giano Intermediate serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Giano Intermediate?
Giano Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Giano Intermediate?
The student-teacher ratio at Giano Intermediate is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Giano Intermediate rank in CA?
Giano Intermediate ranks #3,559 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Giano Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?
Giano Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Giano Intermediate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Giano Intermediate has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Giano Intermediate a charter school?
No, Giano Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Giano Intermediate a Title I school?
No, Giano Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Giano Intermediate?
94.4% of students at Giano Intermediate 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (626) 965-2461
Resources & Links
District
Rowland Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,623
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,839
- District Rank
- #7 of 20
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