Best Schools in Golden Valley, Arizona
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Golden Valley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Black Mountain Elementary School
Elementary · Kingman Unified School District (79598). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.8
out of 10
Median Home
$157,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.8
out of 10
Median Home
$157,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Golden Valley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black Mountain Elementary School | 2.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 2.8/10
- Median household income
- $42,752
- Median home value
- $157,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 5%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Golden Valley compares
Median household income
$43k
60% of Arizona median
About Schools in Golden Valley, Arizona
Golden Valley, Arizona is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 2.8 out of 10, schools in Golden Valley face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Golden Valley is Black Mountain Elementary School with a composite score of 2.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Golden Valley is served by 1 school district: Kingman Unified School District (79598). These districts collectively serve 7,263 students.
Golden Valley's community shows 5% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $42,752. The poverty rate in the area is 21.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 513 students · Kindergarten–8th | 2.8 |
Schools in Golden Valley
Golden Valley, Arizona · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$42,752
Median Home Value
$157,700
Median Rent
$1,056/mo
Population
12,075
College Educated
5%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
21.0%
Community Profile
Golden Valley has a median household income of $42,752. It is a community where 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $157,700, with a median rent of $1,056/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Golden Valley, Arizona
How many schools are in Golden Valley, Arizona?
Golden Valley has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Golden Valley, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Golden Valley is 2.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Golden Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Golden Valley on MySchoolScout is Black Mountain Elementary School with a composite score of 2.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Golden Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Golden Valley on MySchoolScout is Black Mountain Elementary School with a composite score of 2.8/10.
How many school districts serve Golden Valley, Arizona?
Golden Valley is served by 1 school district: Kingman Unified School District (79598).
What is the education level in Golden Valley, Arizona?
According to Census data, 5% of adults in Golden Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Golden Valley, Arizona?
The median household income in Golden Valley is approximately $42,752 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Golden Valley, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Golden Valley is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Golden Valley, Arizona?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.