Serving 643 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Golden View Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden View 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 View Elementary School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden View Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden View Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#484 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
51%
12%
Hispanic
9%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden View Elementary School's ranking?
Golden View Elementary School is ranked #484 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden View Elementary School often compared to?
Golden View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bollinger Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden View Elementary School?
643 students attend Golden View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Golden View Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 View Elementary School?
Golden View Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Golden View Elementary School offer ?
Golden View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Golden View Elementary School part of?
Golden View Elementary School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
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