Serving 712 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gold River Discovery Center K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gold River Discovery Center K-8's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gold River Discovery Center K-8 is 0.61, 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
#1905 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gold River Discovery Center K-8's ranking?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 is ranked #1905 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gold River Discovery Center K-8?
712 students attend Gold River Discovery Center K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gold River Discovery Center K-8 students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gold River Discovery Center K-8?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gold River Discovery Center K-8 offer ?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gold River Discovery Center K-8 part of?
Gold River Discovery Center K-8 is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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