- Mesa Elementary — Grades K–5 · 753 students
- Grovecenter Elementary — Grades K–5 · 595 students
- Cypress Elementary — Grades K–5 · 558 students
- Barranca Elementary — Grades K–5 · 529 students
- Ben Lomond Elementary — Grades K–5 · 506 students
- Merwin Elementary — Grades K–5 · 462 students
- Workman Avenue Elementary — Grades K–5 · 455 students
- Manzanita Elementary — Grades K–5 · 425 students
- Rowland Avenue Elementary — Grades K–5 · 423 students
- Las Palmas Middle — Grades 6–8 · 887 students
- Sierra Vista Middle — Grades 6–8 · 778 students
- Traweek Middle — Grades 6–8 · 614 students
- South Hills High — Grades 9–12 · 1,568 students
- Northview High — Grades 9–12 · 1,247 students
- Covina High — Grades 9–12 · 1,056 students
- Fairvalley High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 115 students
- Covina-Valley Learning Options Academy — Grades K–12 · 57 students
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| Metric | Covina-Valley Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 11,130 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 18 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,569/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covina-Valley Unified School District (this district) | 7/10 | 64th | 11,130 |
| Charter Oak Unified School District | 7/10 | 68th | 4,283 |
| Chaffey Joint Union High School District | 8/10 | 75th | 23,145 |
| El Monte Union High School District | 7/10 | 63rd | 7,882 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 64th percentile → 7/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Covina-Valley Unified School District
Covina-Valley Unified School District serves zip code 91723, covering Covina-Valley, California with grades Kindergarten – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Covina-Valley Unified School District spent $13,569 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 14% below California’s statewide $15,700 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Covina-Valley Unified School District is a large district with 17 schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Large districts typically provide broad program variety: multiple course tracks at the high school level, dedicated arts and athletic programs, specialized learning pathways, and a wider range of student support services. Individual school quality within a large district can vary considerably — always research your specific assigned school, not just district-level averages.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Covina-Valley Unified School District 7 out of 10 — above average among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in California’s CAASPP Smarter Balanced assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Covina-Valley Unified School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in California. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 91723
Children in zip code 91723 are assigned to Covina-Valley Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 91723, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Covina-Valley Unified School District at (626)974-7000 or visit www.c-vusd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Covina-Valley
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Covina-Valley Unified School District serves zip code 91723, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 91723 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Covina-Valley Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 91723.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Covina-Valley Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 91723 data.