LAS PALMAS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Las Palmas Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Covina-Valley Unified school district, located in Covina, CA with about 900 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Las Palmas Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Las Palmas Middle School, located in Covina, California, is part of the Covina-Valley Unified School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school experience that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. The campus is dedicated to academic excellence, offering a structured curriculum designed to meet the diverse learning needs of its student population while emphasizing college and career readiness.

Beyond academics, Las Palmas Middle School places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive school culture and student engagement. The school community promotes social-emotional growth and encourages student involvement in various extracurricular activities, athletics, and enrichment programs. By maintaining a collaborative environment between staff, parents, and students, the school strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students feel empowered to develop their personal interests and reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Las Palmas Middle at (626) 974-7200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

641 N. Lark Ellen Ave.
Covina, CA 91722-3463
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LAS PALMAS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Covina, CA with about 900 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
900
Teachers:
35
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 900 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LAS PALMAS MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 88% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
87.7%
Asian
5.9%
White
3.6%
Black or African American
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Two or more races
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.