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Gold Strike High
High School · Calaveras Unified
PO Box 178, San Andreas, CA 95249
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,705 of 9,539
In San Andreas
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Calaveras Unified
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Gold Strike High
High School in San Andreas · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gold Strike High
Gold Strike High is a public high school in San Andreas, CA, part of Calaveras Unified. Gold Strike High serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Gold Strike High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,705 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gold Strike High show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Gold Strike High 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.
Test scores at Gold Strike High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Gold Strike High runs 30:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Gold Strike High — Students at Gold Strike High score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Gold Strike High Compares
See how Gold Strike High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 178, San Andreas, CA 95249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gold Strike High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Argonaut High (rated 6.7/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Jackson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bret Harte Union High (rated 6.5/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Altaville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vallecito Continuation High (rated 4.1/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Angels Camp), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Andreas, see our San Andreas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Calaveras High San Andreas | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Calaveras Unified Alternative-Sierra Hills Education Center San Andreas | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| San Andreas Elementary San Andreas | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Mountain Oaks San Andreas | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Calaveras River Academy San Andreas | 0.9 mi | — |
| Oakendell Community San Andreas | 2.8 mi | — |
| Toyon Middle Valley Springs | 4.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Mokelumne Hill Elementary Mokelumne Hill | 6.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Valley Springs Elementary Valley Springs | 8.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Rite of Passage Placerville | 8.2 mi | — |
| Jackson Elementary Jackson | 11.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Calaveras County Special Education (SELPA) Angels Camp | 10.8 mi | — |
| Bret Harte Union High Altaville | 11.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Vallecito Continuation High Angels Camp | 11.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Amador County Special Education Jackson | 11.7 mi | — |
| Jackson Junior High Jackson | 11.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Angels Camp | 11.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Learners Empowered Academic Progress (LEAP) Angels Camp | 11.4 mi | — |
| Argonaut High Jackson | 12.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Jenny Lind Elementary Valley Springs | 10.9 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,864
Median Home Value
$409,000
Median Rent
$1,390/mo
Population
4,696
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
72.8%
Poverty Rate
32.3%
Median Age
57.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Clovis Community Day Secondary Clovis, CA | 5.3 |
| Prospect Community Day Rancho Cordova, CA | 5.3 |
| Windsor Oaks Academy Windsor, CA | 5.3 |
| San Pasqual Academy Escondido, CA | 5.2 |
| BNOS ESTHER H.S. Los Angeles, CA | 5.4 |
| George S. Patton Continuation Harbor City, CA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gold Strike High
What grades does Gold Strike High serve?
Gold Strike High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gold Strike High?
Gold Strike High has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gold Strike High?
The student-teacher ratio at Gold Strike High is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gold Strike High rank in CA?
Gold Strike High ranks #6,705 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gold Strike High's MySchoolScout rating?
Gold Strike High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gold Strike High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gold Strike High has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gold Strike High a charter school?
No, Gold Strike High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gold Strike High a Title I school?
No, Gold Strike High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gold Strike High?
46.7% of students at Gold Strike High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Calaveras County
- Phone
- (209) 754-2123
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Calaveras Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,846
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,285
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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