Serving 69 students in grades 6-12, Golden Gate Community ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Gate Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Gate Community's student population of 69 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1932
School Rankings
Golden Gate Community 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 Gate Community is 0.56, 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
#5359 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
50-59%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Gate Community's ranking?
Golden Gate Community is ranked #5359 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Gate Community?
The graduation rate of Golden Gate Community is 50-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Golden Gate Community?
69 students attend Golden Gate Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Golden Gate Community students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Gate Community?
Golden Gate Community has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Gate Community offer ?
Golden Gate Community offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Golden Gate Community part of?
Golden Gate Community is part of Contra Costa County Office Of Education School District.
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