Royal Oak Middle

Royal Oak Middle sits in the quiet, suburban stretch of Covina where the San Gabriel Valley starts to feel a little more relaxed and residential — tree-lined streets, good weather, and a community that takes its schools seriously. Ranking in the 69th percentile statewide, it's a solid school for families who want a step up from average without the pressure-cooker intensity of some neighboring districts, with math scores pushing into the 73rd percentile as a particular strength. It tends to appeal to families who are engaged and involved but also want their kids to have a genuine middle school experience, not just a two-year sprint toward high school entrance exams.