Very Good
#2367 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Rowland Unified Community Day
High School · Rowland Unified
1928 Nogales St., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,367 of 9,539
In Rowland Heights
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 20
Rowland Unified
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Rowland Unified Community Day
High School in Rowland Heights · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rowland Unified Community Day
Rowland Unified Community Day is a public high school in Rowland Heights, CA, part of Rowland Unified. Rowland Unified Community Day serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rowland Unified Community Day has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,367 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rowland Unified Community Day show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Rowland Unified Community Day is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Rowland Unified Community Day sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Rowland Unified Community Day — Students at Rowland Unified Community Day score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2009-10)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Rowland Unified Community Day Compares
See how Rowland Unified Community Day performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1928 Nogales St., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rowland Unified Community Day may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John A. Rowland High (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nogales High (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby La Puente), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rowland Heights, see our Rowland Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Killian Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| John A. Rowland High Rowland Heights | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Rowland Heights | 0.4 mi | — |
| Alvarado Intermediate Rowland Heights | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Quba Islamic School Rowland Heights | 0.8 mi | — |
| Shelyn Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MATH FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Rowland Heights | 0.8 mi | — |
| Southlands Christian Schools Rowland Heights | 0.8 mi | — |
| SOUTHLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rowland Heights | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Jellick Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Blandford Elementary Rowland Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Elite Open School Rowland Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology Walnut | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Rowland Elementary Rowland Heights | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SATOA Walnut | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| TZU CHI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Rorimer Elementary La Puente | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Hollingworth Elementary West Covina | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Nogales High La Puente | 1.8 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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| JE PORTAL SCHOOLS El Segundo, CA | 7.6 |
| Life Learning Academy Charter San Francisco, CA | 7.6 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary San Francisco, CA | 7.6 |
| Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek, CA | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rowland Unified Community Day
What grades does Rowland Unified Community Day serve?
Rowland Unified Community Day serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Rowland Unified Community Day?
Rowland Unified Community Day has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rowland Unified Community Day?
The student-teacher ratio at Rowland Unified Community Day is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rowland Unified Community Day rank in CA?
Rowland Unified Community Day ranks #2,367 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rowland Unified Community Day's MySchoolScout rating?
Rowland Unified Community Day has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Rowland Unified Community Day?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rowland Unified Community Day has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010).
Is Rowland Unified Community Day a charter school?
No, Rowland Unified Community Day is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rowland Unified Community Day a Title I school?
No, Rowland Unified Community Day is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rowland Unified Community Day?
32.4% of students at Rowland Unified Community Day 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (626) 935-8202
Resources & Links
District
Rowland Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,623
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,839
- District Rank
- #4 of 20
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