Golden Ridge ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (19-20)
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(19-20)13%
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
55%
Black
(19-20)13%
5%
White
(19-20)37%
23%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)37%
4%
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
100%
52%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Ridge?
The graduation rate of Golden Ridge is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 83%.
How many students attend Golden Ridge?
8 students attend Golden Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Golden Ridge students are White, 37% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are American Indian, and 13% of students are Black.
What grades does Golden Ridge offer ?
Golden Ridge offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Golden Ridge part of?
Golden Ridge is part of El Dorado County Office Of Education School District.
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