Golden Ridge ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (19-20)
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Integrity, Service, Relationships, Equity, Innovation
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(19-20)13%
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
55%
Black
(19-20)13%
5%
White
(19-20)37%
23%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)37%
4%
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
100%
52%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Golden Ridge often compared to?
Golden Ridgeis often viewed alongside schools like Sky Mountain Charter, Ocean Grove Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Ridge?
The graduation rate of Golden Ridge is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 83%.
How many students attend Golden Ridge?
8 students attend Golden Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Golden Ridge students are White, 37% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are American Indian, and 13% of students are Black.
What grades does Golden Ridge offer ?
Golden Ridge offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Golden Ridge part of?
Golden Ridge is part of El Dorado County Office Of Education School District.
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