Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Golden Valley Orchard 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Valley Orchard's student population of 296 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Valley Orchard ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Valley Orchard is 0.47, 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
#3907 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Valley Orchard's ranking?
Golden Valley Orchard is ranked #3907 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Valley Orchard often compared to?
Golden Valley Orchardis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Valley River by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Valley Orchard?
296 students attend Golden Valley Orchard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Golden Valley Orchard students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Valley Orchard?
Golden Valley Orchard has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Valley Orchard offer ?
Golden Valley Orchard offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Golden Valley Orchard part of?
Golden Valley Orchard is part of Golden Valley Orchard School District.
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