Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Golden Empire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Golden Empire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Golden Empire Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
Golden Empire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Empire Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#4918 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
41%
55%
Black
9%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Golden Empire Elementary School is ranked #4918 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Empire Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Empire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like California Montessori Project - Capitol Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden Empire Elementary School?
469 students attend Golden Empire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Golden Empire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Empire Elementary School?
Golden Empire Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Golden Empire Elementary School offer ?
Golden Empire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Golden Empire Elementary School part of?
Golden Empire Elementary School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Golden Empire Elementary School located?
Golden Empire Elementary School is located in the SHS Estates neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Love GE! Amazing to have a school WITH a band program, garden club, running club, and others! The PTO is amazing and funds nearly all the 'fun' stuff, including field trips! The school is part of the "Leader in me" program, which is fabulous. The staff is attentive and nurturing. One of the best schools in SCUSD. Very academically focused!
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