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#6204 of 9,539 schools in CA
Grovecenter Elementary
Elementary School · Covina-Valley Unified
775 North Lark Ellen Ave., West Covina, CA 91791
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,204 of 9,539
In West Covina
#22 of 25
public schools
In district
#16 of 17
Covina-Valley Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Grovecenter Elementary
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About Grovecenter Elementary
Grovecenter Elementary is a public elementary school in West Covina, CA, part of Covina-Valley Unified. Grovecenter Elementary serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grovecenter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,204 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Grovecenter Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Grovecenter Elementary runs 23.9:1 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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Grovecenter Elementary — Students at Grovecenter Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
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: 3.9/10.
How Grovecenter Elementary Compares
See how Grovecenter 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
775 North Lark Ellen Ave., West Covina, CA 91791
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grovecenter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manzanita Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Covina), which scores notably higher. Another option is Merwin Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Covina), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monte Vista Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Covina, see our West Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rowland Avenue Elementary West Covina | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Las Palmas Middle Covina | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Legacy Christian PSP Covina | 0.4 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #219 Covina | 0.6 mi | — |
| Northview High Covina | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Traweek Middle West Covina | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Workman Avenue Elementary West Covina | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Merwin Elementary Covina | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Covina High Covina | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Jubilee Christian School West Covina | 1.1 mi | — |
| Gladstone Middle Azusa | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Fairvalley High (Continuation) Covina | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Covina-Valley Learning Options Academy Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Manzanita Elementary Covina | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| FIRM FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covina | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Firm Foundation Christian Academy Covina | 1.3 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary West Covina | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Christopher Parish School West Covina | 1.5 mi | — |
| West Covina High West Covina | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Valleydale Elementary Azusa | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91791 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,365
Median Home Value
$782,500
Median Rent
$1,875/mo
Population
33,321
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
44
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| Arbuckle Elementary Arbuckle, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Calexico, CA | 5.6 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 5.6 |
| Cole Elementary Clovis, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grovecenter Elementary
What grades does Grovecenter Elementary serve?
Grovecenter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Grovecenter Elementary?
Grovecenter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grovecenter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Grovecenter Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grovecenter Elementary rank in CA?
Grovecenter Elementary ranks #6,204 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Grovecenter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Grovecenter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Grovecenter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grovecenter Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grovecenter Elementary a charter school?
No, Grovecenter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grovecenter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Grovecenter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grovecenter Elementary?
80.3% of students at Grovecenter 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
- 573
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (626) 974-4400
Resources & Links
District
Covina-Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,143
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,230
- District Rank
- #16 of 17
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