Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Golden Valley Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Valley Charter's student population of 574 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golden Valley Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Valley Charter is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2973 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
20%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Valley Charter's ranking?
Golden Valley Charter is ranked #2973 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Valley Charter?
The graduation rate of Golden Valley Charter is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Golden Valley Charter?
574 students attend Golden Valley Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Golden Valley Charter students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Valley Charter?
Golden Valley Charter has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Valley Charter offer ?
Golden Valley Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Golden Valley Charter part of?
Golden Valley Charter is part of Golden Valley Charter School District.
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