Needs Improvement
#9199 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rowland Elementary
Elementary School · Rowland Unified
2036 South Fullerton Rd., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,199 of 9,539
In Rowland Heights
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#20 of 20
Rowland Unified
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About Rowland Elementary
Rowland Elementary is a public elementary school in Rowland Heights, CA, part of Rowland Unified. Rowland Elementary serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rowland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,199 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rowland Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rowland Elementary runs 25.7:1 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.
34% of students at Rowland Elementary 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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Rowland Elementary — Students at Rowland Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Rowland Elementary Compares
See how Rowland 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
2036 South Fullerton Rd., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rowland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shelyn Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blandford Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Killian Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rowland Heights, see our Rowland Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southlands Christian Schools Rowland Heights | 0.4 mi | — |
| SOUTHLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rowland Heights | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Alvarado Intermediate Rowland Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Jellick Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| DEWAY SCHOOL City Of Industry | 0.8 mi | — |
| DEWAY SCHOOL City Of Industry | 0.8 mi | — |
| CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Rowland Heights | 0.8 mi | — |
| MATH FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Rowland Heights | 0.9 mi | — |
| Blandford Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Rowland Unified Community Day Rowland Heights | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Killian Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| John A. Rowland High Rowland Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Quba Islamic School Rowland Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| Rorimer Elementary La Puente | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Yorbita Elementary La Puente | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Yu Family Private School La Puente | 2.0 mi | — |
| Santana High (Continuation) Rowland Heights | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Rowland Virtual Learning Academy La Puente | 2.1 mi | — |
| Shelyn Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Northam Elementary La Puente | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
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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| Alice N. Stroud Elementary Modesto, CA | 3.2 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rowland Elementary
What grades does Rowland Elementary serve?
Rowland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rowland Elementary?
Rowland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rowland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rowland Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rowland Elementary rank in CA?
Rowland Elementary ranks #9,199 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rowland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rowland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Rowland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rowland Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rowland Elementary a charter school?
No, Rowland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rowland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rowland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rowland Elementary?
92.7% of students at Rowland 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (626) 964-3441
Resources & Links
District
Rowland Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,623
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,839
- District Rank
- #20 of 20
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