Serving 2,073 students in grades 9-12, Golden Valley High School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Golden Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
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Golden Valley High School's student population of 2,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
Golden Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Valley High School is 0.60, which is less 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
#3264 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
60%
55%
Black
9%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Golden Valley High School is ranked #3264 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden Valley High School often compared to?
Golden Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Golden Valley High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Golden Valley High School?
2,073 students attend Golden Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Golden Valley High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Valley High School?
Golden Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Golden Valley High School offer ?
Golden Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Golden Valley High School part of?
Golden Valley High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Golden Valley High School located?
Golden Valley High School is located in the Saugus neighborhood of Newhall, CA.
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