Serving 280 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina's student population of 280 students has grown by 374% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1169 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
74%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina's ranking?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is ranked #1169 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina?
The graduation rate of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina?
280 students attend Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina offer ?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina part of?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina located?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Walnut Valley.
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