Serving 834 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Golden Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher 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 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Elementary serves the northwest part of Placentia, CA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 0.8 miles, with the furthest edge extending to 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Elementary School's student population of 834 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
834 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Golden Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
53%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookhaven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Elementary School?
834 students attend Golden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Golden Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Elementary School?
Golden Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Elementary School offer ?
Golden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Golden Elementary School part of?
Golden Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Golden Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day - Choice Transfer Priority Window Closes
November 06, 2026 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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