Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina's student population of 264 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Covina Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina's ranking?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is ranked #702 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina?
The graduation rate of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina?
264 students attend Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina offer ?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina part of?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina located?
Mt. Sac Early College Academy At West Covina is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Walnut Valley.
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