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Gold Ridge Educational Center
School · Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools
175 Fairview Ln., Sonora, CA 95370
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Gold Ridge Educational Center
Gold Ridge Educational Center is a public school in Sonora, CA, part of the Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades 1st – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,433, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 10 students, Gold Ridge Educational Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Gold Ridge Educational Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 175 Fairview Ln., Sonora, CA 95370
- Website
- tcsos.us
- Phone
- (209) 536-2000
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
175 Fairview Ln., Sonora, CA 95370
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gold Ridge Educational Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Tuolumne County Special Education (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away). Another option is Gold Rush Home Study Charter (rated 5.9/10, 5.3 miles away). Additionally, MOTHER LODE ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in Sonora, see our Sonora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sonora Elementary Sonora | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Dario Cassina High Sonora | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Theodore Bird High Sonora | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Tuolumne County Community/ISP Sonora | 1.5 mi | — |
| Tuolumne County Special Education Sonora | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Sonora High Sonora | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| MOTHER LODE ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Sonora | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy Sonora | 1.7 mi | — |
| Safari Learning Academy Sonora | 2.8 mi | — |
| SAFARI LEARNING ACADEMY Sonora | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Jamestown Elementary Jamestown | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Vance Elementary School Jamestown | 3.2 mi | — |
| Curtis Creek Elementary Sonora | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Columbia Elementary Columbia | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Sierra Waldorf School Jamestown | 4.6 mi | — |
| SIERRA WALDORF SCHOOL Jamestown | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Gold Rush Home Study Charter Sonora | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Soulsbyville Elementary Soulsbyville | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Cornerstone Family Christian School Soulsbyville | 5.7 mi | — |
| Summerville High Tuolumne | 6.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,433
Median Home Value
$416,200
Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Population
28,373
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
49.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Gold Ridge Educational Center has a median household income of $72,433. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $416,200, with a median rent of $1,313/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF KAIROS Anaheim, CA | — |
| ACTON ACADEMY VENICE BEACH Venice, CA | — |
| ALBA San Diego, CA | — |
| Amador County Special Education Jackson, CA | — |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower, CA | — |
| Blue Ridge Placerville, CA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gold Ridge Educational Center
What grades does Gold Ridge Educational Center serve?
Gold Ridge Educational Center serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Gold Ridge Educational Center?
Gold Ridge Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gold Ridge Educational Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Gold Ridge Educational Center is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Gold Ridge Educational Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gold Ridge Educational Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Gold Ridge Educational Center a charter school?
No, Gold Ridge Educational Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gold Ridge Educational Center a Title I school?
No, Gold Ridge Educational Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gold Ridge Educational Center?
70.0% of students at Gold Ridge Educational Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,027/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sonora). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Tuolumne County
- Phone
- (209) 536-2000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools- District Enrollment
- 60
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $215,282
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