Serving 699 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gold River Discovery Center K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gold River Discovery Center K-8's student population of 699 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gold River Discovery Center K-8 is 0.63, 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
#1897 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
18%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
57%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gold River Discovery Center K-8's ranking?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 is ranked #1897 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gold River Discovery Center K-8?
699 students attend Gold River Discovery Center K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gold River Discovery Center K-8 students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gold River Discovery Center K-8?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Gold River Discovery Center K-8 offer ?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gold River Discovery Center K-8 part of?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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