For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 376 students in Covelo, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Covelo, CA are Eel River Charter and Round Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Covelo, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Covelo have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Covelo, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eel River Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
76350 Main St.
Covelo, CA 95428
(707) 983-6946
Covelo, CA 95428
(707) 983-6946
Gr: K-6 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Round Valley Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Foothill And Airport Sts.
Covelo, CA 95428
(707) 983-6175
Covelo, CA 95428
(707) 983-6175
Gr: K-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Covelo, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Covelo, CA include Eel River Charter and Round Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Covelo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Covelo.
What is the racial composition of students in Covelo?
Covelo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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