Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Golden Charter Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Golden Charter Academy's student population of 405 students has grown by 115% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Golden Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Charter Academy is 0.61, 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
#9348 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
51%
5%
White
5%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Charter Academy's ranking?
Golden Charter Academy is ranked #9348 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Charter Academy?
405 students attend Golden Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Golden Charter Academy students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Charter Academy?
Golden Charter Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Charter Academy offer ?
Golden Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Golden Charter Academy part of?
Golden Charter Academy is part of Golden Charter Academy School District.
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