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#1531 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 16% in state

Golden Valley Elementary

Elementary School · Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified

41465 Road 127, Orosi, CA 93647

Enrollment

618

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,531 of 9,539

In Orosi

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Golden Valley Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in Orosi · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Orosi High

8.0/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.8/10

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About Golden Valley Elementary

Golden Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Orosi, CA, part of Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified. Golden Valley Elementary serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,531 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Golden Valley Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,573
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Golden Valley Elementary — Students at Golden Valley Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
33%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
26.7%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
34.6%
ELA
43.9%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Golden Valley Elementary Compares

See how Golden Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
84th percentile in CA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Location

41465 Road 127, Orosi, CA 93647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Golden Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sheridan Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Orange Cove), with a very similar rating. Another option is Palm Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Monson-Sultana Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sultana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orosi, see our Orosi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Orosi High Orosi 0.5 mi 8.0
Palm Elementary Orosi 0.6 mi 7.8
El Monte Middle Orosi 0.9 mi 8.0
Cutler Elementary Cutler 1.2 mi 6.0
Esperanza High Cutler 2.8 mi
Lovell High Cutler 2.8 mi 6.1
Cutler-Orosi Community Day Cutler 2.8 mi
Monson-Sultana Elementary Sultana 2.5 mi 7.8
Orange Cove High Orange Cove 5.2 mi 8.6
Sheridan Elementary Orange Cove 5.5 mi 8.2
Citrus Middle Orange Cove 5.5 mi 7.5
Dinuba Junior Academy Dinuba 4.8 mi
DINUBA JR ACADEMY Dinuba 4.8 mi
Stone Corral Elementary Visalia 5.4 mi 6.7
Jefferson Elementary Dinuba 4.9 mi 7.0
John F. Kennedy Elementary Dinuba 5.0 mi 7.5
A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove 6.2 mi 7.6
McCord Elementary Orange Cove 6.2 mi 7.6
Washington Intermediate Dinuba 5.1 mi 7.6
Ronald Reagan Academy Dinuba 5.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,275

Median Home Value

$232,500

Median Rent

$927/mo

Population

11,370

College Educated

6.8%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

30%

Median Age

31.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Golden Valley Elementary

What grades does Golden Valley Elementary serve?

Golden Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Golden Valley Elementary?

Golden Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Valley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Golden Valley Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Golden Valley Elementary rank in CA?

Golden Valley Elementary ranks #1,531 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Golden Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Golden Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Valley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Golden Valley Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Golden Valley Elementary a charter school?

No, Golden Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Golden Valley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Golden Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Golden Valley Elementary?

91.3% of students at Golden Valley Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tulare County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

District

Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified
District Enrollment
3,825
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,573
District Rank
#2 of 6

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