Serving 603 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Golden Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Golden Valley Elementary School's student population of 603 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate Minds and Inspire Futures
School Rankings
Golden Valley Elementary School 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 Valley Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#4942 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Valley Elementary School is ranked #4942 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Valley Elementary School?
603 students attend Golden Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Golden Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Valley Elementary School?
Golden Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Valley Elementary School offer ?
Golden Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Golden Valley Elementary School part of?
Golden Valley Elementary School is part of Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified School District.
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