Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Golden Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Hills Elementary serves the northwest part of Tehachapi, CA, covering an area of approximately 19.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge located 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Hills Elementary School's student population of 663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golden Hills Elementary School 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 Hills Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#5932 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Hills Elementary School is ranked #5932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tompkins Elementary School, Cummings Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Hills Elementary School?
663 students attend Golden Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Golden Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Hills Elementary School?
Golden Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Hills Elementary School offer ?
Golden Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Golden Hills Elementary School part of?
Golden Hills Elementary School is part of Tehachapi Unified School District.
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