Serving 2,533 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Golden Valley High School's student population of 2,533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Valley High 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 Valley High School is 0.22, 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
#5512 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
88%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Valley High School's ranking?
Golden Valley High School is ranked #5512 out of 9,602 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Golden Valley High School?
2,533 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, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
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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