South Pomona, Pomona, CA
South Pomona at a Glance
South Pomona is ranked #4 of 8 neighborhoods in Pomona with an overall score of 2.9/5. It ranks 3rd of 8 in Pomona for safety. The trade-offs are curb appeal (2.5/5) and public spaces (2.6/5).
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South Pomona stretches below downtown from the Garey Avenue corridor out to the big shopping centers along Rio Rancho Road, and it is where much of the city does its weekly shopping. WinCo Foods, Food 4 Less and Cardenas Markets all fall within the neighborhood, which makes errands easy by car. The housing is mostly single-family homes, with older bungalows and postwar houses on the streets near Garey Avenue and newer tract homes and condos out toward Rio Rancho Road and the hills near Phillips Ranch. Apartment complexes line some of the arterials. For parks, Martin Luther King Jr. Park on West Lexington Avenue and Powers Park on West Olive Street are the green spaces on the older side, and Philadelphia Park sits on Philadelphia Street. On the western edge, Phillips Paw Park on Village Loop Road gives dog owners a fenced run near the hills. Food runs from local to chain. Taqueria De Anda on South Garey and Tacos Mexico a few blocks south handle quick Mexican food. Scott Drive In Dairy on Philadelphia Street is an old-style drive-through market, and Panaderia Don Cata on East Philadelphia bakes pan dulce. Getting around is a car-first routine. Garey Avenue is the main north-south route to downtown, and the 60 and 71 freeways sit at the southern and western edges. Get Air Trampoline Park on South Towne Avenue is a regular weekend stop. South Pomona lacks a walkable center. Most businesses sit in large parking-lot centers, and Garey Avenue is wide and busy. A weekday breakfast at Corky's, when the regulars are at the counter, shows the neighborhood at its most settled.
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South Pomona Amenities
Near good merchants2.7
Public Spaces2.6
Curb Appeal2.5
Overall Amenities score: 2.5
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Schools Serving South Pomona
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcott Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Lexington Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| Madison Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Philadelphia Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Westmont Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Decker Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Vejar Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| Ranch Hills Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Pantera Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Simons Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Fremont Academy of Engineering and Design | Middle | 7-12 | |
| Lorbeer Middle | Middle | 7-8 | |
| Ganesha High | High | 9-12 | |
| Garey High | High | 9-12 | |
| Diamond Ranch High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Is South Pomona a good place to live?
South Pomona ranks 4th of 8 neighborhoods in Pomona with an overall Houseberry score of 2.9 out of 5. The trade-offs are curb appeal (2.5/5) and public spaces (2.6/5).
Is South Pomona safe?
South Pomona, Pomona scores 3.4 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 3rd of 8 neighborhoods in Pomona.
Which schools serve South Pomona?
Schools serving South Pomona, Pomona include Alcott Elementary (1.7/5), Lexington Elementary (2.8/5), Madison Elementary (2.0/5), Philadelphia Elementary (2.0/5) and Westmont Elementary (2.4/5). 10 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in South Pomona?
South Pomona, Pomona receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 2nd of 8 in Pomona. Summer days run 61° to 88°F and winter days 44° to 67°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 16 inches a year.
Is South Pomona walkable to shops and restaurants?
South Pomona, Pomona scores 2.7 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.5 out of 5, 8th of 8 in Pomona.
What is South Pomona known for?
South Pomona, Pomona is associated with Rio Rancho Road, Corky's Bakery and Garey Avenue.
How does South Pomona compare to other Pomona neighborhoods?
South Pomona ranks 4th of 8 neighborhoods in Pomona. It ranks 3rd of 8 in Pomona for safety (3.4/5) and scores lowest on curb appeal (2.5/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Pomona are Ganesha and Lincoln Park.
What are the downsides of living in South Pomona?
South Pomona, Pomona scores lowest on curb appeal (2.5/5) and public spaces (2.6/5).
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