Serving 593 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 593 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Mascot
Lions
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Middle School is 0.32, 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
#6569 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #6569 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edgewood Middle School often compared to?
Edgewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollencrest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
593 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Edgewood Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Edgewood Middle School located?
Edgewood Middle School is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Walnut Valley.
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