Serving 266 students in grades 4-5, Golden Hills Elementary School 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Golden Hills Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Golden Hills Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)33%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Hills Elementary School?
266 students attend Golden Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Golden Hills Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Hills Elementary School?
Golden Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Hills Elementary School offer ?
Golden Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Golden Hills Elementary School part of?
Golden Hills Elementary School is part of Palermo Union Elementary School District.
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