Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Golden Hill K-8 ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Hill K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Golden Hill K-8's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Hill K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Hill K-8 is 0.35, 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
#4261 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Hill K-8's ranking?
Golden Hill K-8 is ranked #4261 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Hill K-8 often compared to?
Golden Hill K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Birney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Hill K-8?
388 students attend Golden Hill K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Golden Hill K-8 students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Hill K-8?
Golden Hill K-8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Hill K-8 offer ?
Golden Hill K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Golden Hill K-8 part of?
Golden Hill K-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Golden Hill K-8 located?
Golden Hill K-8 is located in the Golden Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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