Mt. SAC Early College Academy

Mt. SAC Early College Academy

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2226 E Rio Verde Dr,  West Covina, CA
West Covina Unified School District
4.5
4.2
300 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Candace Leuthold
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
100%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
14
Full Time Teachers
14
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
580
Verbal
630
Number of AP Courses
1
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
79%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
9.1%
State Average
17.9%
Science
8.8%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
229:1

Student Diversity

Female
61.4%
Male
38.6%
Hispanic
74.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
16.1%
White
4.6%
Black
2.1%
Two or more races
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#179 Best Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 93 Students
University of California - Berkeley 82 Students
University of California - Irvine 81 Students
California State Polytechnic University - Pomona 81 Students
California State University, Fullerton 77 Students
California State University - Long Beach 64 Students
University of California - San Diego 54 Students
Mt. San Antonio College 51 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 49 Students
California State University - Los Angeles 49 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 34 Students
Biology 32 Students
Business 23 Students
Nursing 21 Students
Political Science and Government 14 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 14 Students
Criminology 12 Students
Sociology 12 Students
Computer Science 9 Students
Architecture 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 36 Reviews
4.0 Parent
5/7/2025
Mt Sac ECA prepares my daughter for her college years . As a single mother ,I know that experience will be of help,she finished some college courses .Samantha was able to study both high school and college units at the same time and remain an A student . It helps her to overcome challenges and learn to deal with difficulties.She is the editor in chief of the journalism program and her teacher is very supportive of my daughter's academic and personal growth .
5.0 Freshman
2/24/2025
Mt. SAC Early College Academy is challenging, rewarding, and offers a head start on college credits.
5.0 Junior
2/15/2025
Mt Sac Early College Academy is by far the best high school I've ever been to. I went to California high school before and it wasn't as good as I expected, but when I came to this school in my freshman year. I was very surprised and shy, I was exposed to lots of College related academics and mentality. They prepare you to have a very successful life, if your on top of your stuff and really push yourself, you will graduate with an AA and extra credits.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 4 Reviews
3.0 student
7/17/2024
I don't like this school, it's not all the hype
5.0 student
8/12/2022
Great experience. The teachers are very engaging and kind. there are many opportunities for all kids. You can take many college classes and even if you wish you can choose not to. Freshman year is pretty slow and no college classes are available but Sophomore year is when things really pick up espec...
5.0 parent
11/21/2020
Great school, caring staff, challenging curriculum, supportive campus.
4.0 student
6/30/2020
School size is relatively small, and there are limited classes you can take in your freshman year, but later on, you can take a small number of college classes for credits, up to 2 years' worth. (Average kids probably won't get that much though.)

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Mt. SAC Early College Academy is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in West Covina, CA and is served by the West Covina Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 300 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. Mt. SAC Early College Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.68, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average SAT score is 1220. The average home value in this area is $1,213,534. Discover additional schools in the area, like South Hills High School, West Covina High School, Covina High School, and more. Learn more about what West Covina has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mt. SAC Early College Academy.

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