Serving 803 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Golden Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Elementary School's student population of 803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#85 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
53%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookhaven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Elementary School?
803 students attend Golden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Golden Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Elementary School?
Golden Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden Elementary School offer ?
Golden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Golden Elementary School part of?
Golden Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Events)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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