Serving 2,228 students in grades 9-12, Golden Valley High 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Valley High serves the southwest part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 17.9 square miles. Most students typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Valley High School's student population of 2,228 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,228 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
Campus Size
58 acres
School Rankings
Golden Valley High 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 Valley High School is 0.22, 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
#5402 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Valley High School's ranking?
Golden Valley High School is ranked #5402 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Valley High School often compared to?
Golden Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence High School, Arvin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Golden Valley High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Golden Valley High School?
2,228 students attend Golden Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Golden Valley High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Valley High School?
Golden Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Valley High School offer ?
Golden Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Golden Valley High School part of?
Golden Valley High School is part of Kern High School District.
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