Very Good
#3071 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Las Palmas Middle
Middle School · Covina-Valley Unified
641 North Lark Ellen Ave., Covina, CA 91722
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,071 of 9,539
In Covina
#6 of 25
public schools
In district
#8 of 17
Covina-Valley Unified
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Las Palmas Middle
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About Las Palmas Middle
Las Palmas Middle is a public middle school in Covina, CA, part of Covina-Valley Unified. Las Palmas Middle serves approximately 851 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Las Palmas Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,071 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Las Palmas Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Las Palmas Middle runs 23:1 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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Las Palmas Middle — Students at Las Palmas Middle score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
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: 6.8/10.
How Las Palmas Middle Compares
See how Las Palmas Middle 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
641 North Lark Ellen Ave., Covina, CA 91722
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Las Palmas Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Traweek Middle (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby West Covina), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gladstone Middle (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Azusa), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Covina, see our Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #219 Covina | 0.2 mi | — |
| Grovecenter Elementary West Covina | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Legacy Christian PSP Covina | 0.4 mi | — |
| Northview High Covina | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Rowland Avenue Elementary West Covina | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Gladstone Middle Azusa | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Merwin Elementary Covina | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Fairvalley High (Continuation) Covina | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Covina-Valley Learning Options Academy Covina | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Valleydale Elementary Azusa | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Traweek Middle West Covina | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Jubilee Christian School West Covina | 1.1 mi | — |
| Workman Avenue Elementary West Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Covina High Covina | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Manzanita Elementary Covina | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Cypress Elementary Covina | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Monte Vista Elementary West Covina | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| FIRM FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covina | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Firm Foundation Christian Academy Covina | 1.5 mi | — |
| Clifford D. Murray Elementary Azusa | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,033
Median Home Value
$626,100
Median Rent
$2,039/mo
Population
34,087
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
38.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowview Middle San Bernardino, CA | 7.2 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle San Bernardino, CA | 7.2 |
| Diegueno Middle Encinitas, CA | 7.2 |
| Douglass Middle Woodland, CA | 7.2 |
| Ernest Lawrence Middle Chatsworth, CA | 7.2 |
| Foothill Middle Walnut Creek, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Las Palmas Middle
What grades does Las Palmas Middle serve?
Las Palmas Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Las Palmas Middle?
Las Palmas Middle has an enrollment of approximately 851 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Las Palmas Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Las Palmas Middle is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Las Palmas Middle rank in CA?
Las Palmas Middle ranks #3,071 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Las Palmas Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Las Palmas Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Las Palmas Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Las Palmas Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Las Palmas Middle a charter school?
No, Las Palmas Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Las Palmas Middle a Title I school?
No, Las Palmas Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Las Palmas Middle?
84.1% of students at Las Palmas Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 851
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (626) 974-7200
Resources & Links
District
Covina-Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,143
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,230
- District Rank
- #8 of 17
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