Very Good
#209 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 12% of private schools
Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School
Elementary School
1060 SUNCAST LN, EL Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#209 of 1,787
In EL Dorado Hills
#1 of 4
public schools
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Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School
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About Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School
Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School is a private elementary school in EL Dorado Hills, CA. Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1060 SUNCAST LN, EL Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mangini Ranch Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Folsom), which scores notably higher. Another option is Russell Ranch Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Folsom), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rising Sun Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Dorado Hills, see our EL Dorado Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| G.H.S. Academy El Dorado Hills | 0.0 mi | — |
| Summitview Academy El Dorado Hills | 0.1 mi | — |
| POINT QUEST EDUCATION - EL DORADO HILLS El Dorado Hills | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Clarksville Charter Orangevile | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Point Quest Education - El Dorado Hills El Dorado Hills | 0.2 mi | — |
| GIFT OF KIDS INC El Dorado Hills | 0.3 mi | — |
| Cottonwood El Dorado Hills | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Rising Sun Montessori El Dorado Hills | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Marble Valley Academy El Dorado Hills | 0.9 mi | — |
| DISTRICT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Dorado Hills | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| John Adams Academy - El Dorado Hills Roseville | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Charter Montessori Valley View Campus El Dorado Hills | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Frederes Homeschool El Dorado Hills | 1.7 mi | — |
| William Brooks Elementary El Dorado Hills | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Russell Ranch Elementary Folsom | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Oak Meadow Elementary El Dorado Hills | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Buckeye Union Mandarin Immersion Charter El Dorado Hills | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Mangini Ranch Elementary Folsom | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Silva Valley Elementary El Dorado Hills | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Vista del Lago High Folsom | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$165,979
Median Home Value
$881,500
Median Rent
$2,479/mo
Population
47,262
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
45.5
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|---|---|
| Alma Fuerte Public Pasadena, CA | 7.6 |
| CANYON HEIGHTS ACADEMY Campbell, CA | 7.6 |
| CASA DI MIR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Campbell, CA | 7.6 |
| CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Van Nuys, CA | 7.6 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7.6 |
| Cuyama Elementary New Cuyama, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School
What grades does Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School serve?
Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School?
Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School rank in CA?
Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School ranks #209 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School a private school?
Yes, Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School a religious school?
No, Ghs Academy- Golden Hills School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Dorado County
- Phone
- (916) 933-0100
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