Very Good
#2897 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Rowland Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Covina-Valley Unified
1355 East Rowland Ave., West Covina, CA 91790
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,897 of 9,539
In West Covina
#7 of 25
public schools
In district
#7 of 17
Covina-Valley Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Rowland Avenue Elementary
Rowland Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in West Covina, CA, part of Covina-Valley Unified. Rowland Avenue Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rowland Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,897 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rowland Avenue Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rowland Avenue Elementary runs 25.4:1 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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Rowland Avenue Elementary — Students at Rowland Avenue Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Rowland Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Rowland Avenue 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
1355 East Rowland Ave., West Covina, CA 91790
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rowland Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manzanita Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Covina), which scores notably higher. Another option is Merwin Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Covina), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Monte Vista Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Covina, see our West Covina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grovecenter Elementary West Covina | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Las Palmas Middle Covina | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Legacy Christian PSP Covina | 0.8 mi | — |
| Workman Avenue Elementary West Covina | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Traweek Middle West Covina | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #219 Covina | 1.0 mi | — |
| Northview High Covina | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Cameron Elementary West Covina | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Covina High Covina | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| West Covina High West Covina | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| St. Christopher Parish School West Covina | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jubilee Christian School West Covina | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST CHRISTOPHER PARISH SCHOOL West Covina | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Merwin Elementary Covina | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| 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 |
| Sacred Heart Elementary Covina | 1.3 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Manzanita Elementary Covina | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91790 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,142
Median Home Value
$695,700
Median Rent
$2,253/mo
Population
44,791
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rowland Avenue Elementary
What grades does Rowland Avenue Elementary serve?
Rowland Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rowland Avenue Elementary?
Rowland Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rowland Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rowland Avenue Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rowland Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Rowland Avenue Elementary ranks #2,897 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rowland Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rowland Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Rowland Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rowland Avenue Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rowland Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Rowland Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rowland Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rowland Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rowland Avenue Elementary?
76.3% of students at Rowland Avenue 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
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.5%
- Phone
- (626) 974-4700
Resources & Links
District
Covina-Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,143
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,230
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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