Serving 2,039 students in grades 9-12, Golden West High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Golden West High School's student population of 2,039 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golden West High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden West High School is 0.42, which is less 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
#664 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden West High School's ranking?
Golden West High School is ranked #664 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden West High School often compared to?
Golden West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden West High School?
The graduation rate of Golden West High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Golden West High School?
2,039 students attend Golden West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Golden West High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden West High School?
Golden West High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden West High School offer ?
Golden West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Golden West High School part of?
Golden West High School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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