Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Golden West Elementary 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden West Elementary School's student population of 591 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student works to achieve grade level standards, feels safe and is supported to realize individual success.
School Rankings
Golden West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden West Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#7435 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden West Elementary School's ranking?
Golden West Elementary School is ranked #7435 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden West Elementary School often compared to?
Golden West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Hafley Elementary School, George Mcparland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden West Elementary School?
591 students attend Golden West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Golden West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% 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 West Elementary School?
Golden West Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden West Elementary School offer ?
Golden West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Golden West Elementary School part of?
Golden West Elementary School is part of Manteca Unified School District.
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