Northview High School is one of three comprehensive high schools within the Covina-Valley Unified School District, California, United States. Established in 1959, the school is located on 43 acres of land that is landscaped with trees, shrubs, and grass. Northview High School serves the cities of Covina and Irwindale.
Serving 1,264 students in grades 9-12, Northview High 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northview High School's student population of 1,264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northview High 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 Northview High School is 0.24, 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
#6728 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview High School's ranking?
Northview High School is ranked #6728 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Northview High School often compared to?
Northview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Covina High School, International Polytechnic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northview High School?
The graduation rate of Northview High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northview High School?
1,264 students attend Northview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Northview High School students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Northview High School?
Northview High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northview High School offer ?
Northview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northview High School part of?
Northview High School is part of Covina-Valley Unified School District.
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