Excellent
#1296 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
John A. Rowland High
High School · Rowland Unified
2000 South Otterbein St., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Enrollment
1,954
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,954
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,296 of 9,539
In Rowland Heights
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 20
Rowland Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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John A. Rowland High
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About John A. Rowland High
John A. Rowland High is a public high school in Rowland Heights, CA, part of Rowland Unified. John A.
Rowland High serves approximately 1,954 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John A. Rowland High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,296 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John A. Rowland High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
John A. Rowland High runs 23.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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John A. Rowland High — Students at John A. Rowland High score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How John A. Rowland High Compares
See how John A. Rowland High 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
2000 South Otterbein St., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John A. Rowland High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rowland Unified Community Day (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nogales High (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby La Puente), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rowland Heights, see our Rowland Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Killian Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Rowland Unified Community Day Rowland Heights | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Shelyn Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Rowland Heights | 0.6 mi | — |
| Alvarado Intermediate Rowland Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Quba Islamic School Rowland Heights | 0.9 mi | — |
| Elite Open School Rowland Heights | 0.8 mi | — |
| MATH FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Rowland Heights | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology Walnut | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SATOA Walnut | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Southlands Christian Schools Rowland Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| SOUTHLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rowland Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Blandford Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Jellick Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Rowland Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Rorimer Elementary La Puente | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Hollingworth Elementary West Covina | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Nogales High La Puente | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,455
Median Home Value
$781,500
Median Rent
$1,922/mo
Population
43,137
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
44.7
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| Alameda High Alameda, CA | 8.2 |
| Azusa High Azusa, CA | 8.2 |
| Balboa High San Francisco, CA | 8.2 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City, CA | 8.2 |
| Citrus Valley High Redlands, CA | 8.2 |
| El Rancho High Pico Rivera, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John A. Rowland High
What grades does John A. Rowland High serve?
John A. Rowland High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John A. Rowland High?
John A. Rowland High has an enrollment of approximately 1,954 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John A. Rowland High?
The student-teacher ratio at John A. Rowland High is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John A. Rowland High rank in CA?
John A. Rowland High ranks #1,296 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John A. Rowland High's MySchoolScout rating?
John A. Rowland High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 John A. Rowland High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John A. Rowland High has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John A. Rowland High a charter school?
No, John A. Rowland High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John A. Rowland High a Title I school?
No, John A. Rowland High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John A. Rowland High?
69.2% of students at John A. Rowland High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,954
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (626) 965-3448
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Rowland Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,623
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,839
- District Rank
- #1 of 20
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