Best Schools in Gold River, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Gold River Discovery Center K-8
Elementary · San Juan Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$463,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$463,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gold River
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 | Gold River Discovery Center K-8 | 5.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $90,414
- Median home value
- $463,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 56%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gold River compares
Median household income
$90k
91% of California median
About Schools in Gold River, California
Gold River, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Gold River show moderate performance 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 Gold River is Gold River Discovery Center K-8 with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gold River is served by 1 school district: San Juan Unified. These districts collectively serve 38,488 students.
Gold River's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,414. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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 | 722 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.1 |
Schools in Gold River
Gold River, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,414
Median Home Value
$463,100
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
59,314
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Gold River has a median household income of $90,414. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $463,100, with a median rent of $1,693/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Gold River, California
How many schools are in Gold River, California?
Gold River has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gold River, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gold River is 5.1 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 Gold River, California?
The top-ranked school in Gold River on MySchoolScout is Gold River Discovery Center K-8 with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gold River, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gold River on MySchoolScout is Gold River Discovery Center K-8 with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Gold River, California?
Gold River is served by 1 school district: San Juan Unified.
What is the education level in Gold River, California?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Gold River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gold River, California?
The median household income in Gold River is approximately $90,414 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gold River, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gold River is 23.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gold River, California?
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, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.