This was 9 percent lower than the state average of 42.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 47,787.
87.3 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Covina city for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 4,161 | 12.7 |
| Regular high school diploma | 7,254 | 22.2 |
| GED or alternative credential | 979 | 3 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 2,628 | 8 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 6,640 | 20.3 |
| Associate's degree | 2,540 | 7.8 |
| Bachelor's degree | 6,030 | 18.5 |
| Master's degree | 1,741 | 5.3 |
| Professional school degree | 450 | 1.4 |
| Doctorate degree | 244 | 0.7 |
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