Serving 103 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 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Golden Gate Community's student population of 103 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
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 0.67, 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.
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
13:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
30%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 87%.
How many students attend Golden Gate Community?
103 students attend Golden Gate Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Golden Gate Community students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% 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 13:1, 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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