Serving 538 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Golden West 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden West Elementary School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden West Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7257 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
70%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden West Elementary School's ranking?
Golden West Elementary School is ranked #7257 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden West Elementary School often compared to?
Golden West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Hafley Elementary School, George Mcparland Elementary 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 33% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden West Elementary School?
538 students attend Golden West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Golden West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden West Elementary School?
Golden West Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Golden West Elementary School offer ?
Golden West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Golden West Elementary School part of?
Golden West Elementary School is part of Manteca Unified School District.
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