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Merced Elementary

West Covina Unified · Los Angeles County · 1545 East Merced Avenue, West Covina, CA 91791-3555

(626) 931-1700

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9/10
#726
Rank 726 out of 5,722
Top 13%
English Language Arts9/10 · #778 · 86th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #455 · 92nd percentile
Science8/10 · #1217 · 78th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Merced Elementary sits in a quietly competitive corner of West Covina, a suburban San Gabriel Valley city known for its tree-lined streets, strong community pride, and easy access to both the mountains and LA proper. With math scores ranking in the 92nd percentile statewide, this is a school that will appeal to families who want serious academic grounding without leaving the comforts of a tight-knit neighborhood feel. It's a solid choice for parents planting roots in the area who want their kids challenged early and set up well for the middle school years ahead.

Student Demographics

317 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
214 (68%)
Asian
73 (23%)
Filipino
12 (4%)
White
7 (2%)
Multiple Races
7 (2%)
Other
4 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners95 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged246 (78%)
Students with Disabilities30 (9%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

617
Enrollment
21
Teachers (FTE)
29.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.2
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2750 · 55th percentile

125 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found