Very Good
#2810 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Golden Hill K-8
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
1240 33rd St., San Diego, CA 92102
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,810 of 9,539
In San Diego
#132 of 288
public schools
In district
#83 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Golden Hill K-8
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Golden Hill K-8
Golden Hill K-8 is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Golden Hill K-8 serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Hill K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,810 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Golden Hill K-8 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Golden Hill K-8 runs 22.3:1 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.
34% of students at Golden Hill K-8 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Golden Hill K-8 — Students at Golden Hill K-8 score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Golden Hill K-8 Compares
See how Golden Hill K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1240 33rd St., San Diego, CA 92102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Golden Hill K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain View (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McGill School of Success (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Albert Einstein Academies San Diego | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| McGill School of Success San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| King-Chavez Primary Academy San Diego | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| King-Chavez Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Kimbrough Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Rowan Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Augustine High School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| McKinley Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Rodriguez Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| OUR LADY'S SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Our Lady's School San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mountain View San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Sherman Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| King-Chavez Academy of Excellence San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Baker Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,319
Median Home Value
$646,600
Median Rent
$1,855/mo
Population
39,001
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
31%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Golden Hill K-8
What grades does Golden Hill K-8 serve?
Golden Hill K-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Golden Hill K-8?
Golden Hill K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Hill K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Golden Hill K-8 is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Golden Hill K-8 rank in CA?
Golden Hill K-8 ranks #2,810 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Golden Hill K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Golden Hill K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Golden Hill K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Golden Hill K-8 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Golden Hill K-8 a charter school?
No, Golden Hill K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Golden Hill K-8 a Title I school?
No, Golden Hill K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Golden Hill K-8?
69.3% of students at Golden Hill K-8 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (619) 236-5600
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #83 of 174
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