For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,867 students in 91791, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 802 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 91791, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91791, CA are Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina, Merced Elementary School and Mesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91791 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91791, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91791, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina
Alternative School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2226 East Rio Verde Dr.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 332-7217
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 332-7217
Gr: 9-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Merced Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1545 East Merced Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1700
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1700
Gr: K-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
409 South Barranca St.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 974-4600
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 974-4600
Gr: K-5 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Grovecenter Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
775 North Lark Ellen Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 974-4400
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 974-4400
Gr: K-5 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Workman Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1941 East Workman Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 974-4900
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 974-4900
Gr: K-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Vine Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1901 East Vine Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1790
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1790
Gr: K-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Hollencrest Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2101 East Merced Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1760
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1760
Gr: 6-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
West Covina High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1609 East Cameron Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 859-2900
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 859-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,756 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Coronado High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 East Francisquito Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1810
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 931-1810
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
1010 West Vine Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 939-4870
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 939-4870
Gr: K-2 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91791, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91791, CA include Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina, Merced Elementary School and Mesa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 91791?
10 public schools are located in 91791.
What percentage of students in 91791 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 91791 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91791?
91791 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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