Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rowland Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowland Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rowland Avenue Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rowland Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowland Avenue Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1953 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
79%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowland Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Rowland Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1953 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rowland Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Rowland Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Merwin Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rowland Avenue Elementary School?
440 students attend Rowland Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rowland Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rowland Avenue Elementary School?
Rowland Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rowland Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Rowland Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rowland Avenue Elementary School part of?
Rowland Avenue Elementary School is part of Covina-Valley Unified School District.
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