Serving 464 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Hill K-8 serves the southern part of its school district in San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families typically find that the driving distance to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Golden Hill K-8's student population of 464 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Golden Hill K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Hill K-8 is 0.41, 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
#3918 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-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 Hill K-8's ranking?
Golden Hill K-8 is ranked #3918 out of 9,523 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
464 students attend Golden Hill K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Golden Hill K-8 students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Hill K-8?
Golden Hill K-8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher 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.
School Calendar
View the Golden Hill K-8 yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of National School Board Recognition Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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