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#1255 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Golestan School
Elementary School
320 SAN CARLOS AVE, EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,255 of 1,787
In EL Cerrito
#4 of 4
public schools
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Golestan School
Elementary School in EL Cerrito · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Golestan School
Golestan School is a private elementary school in EL Cerrito, CA. Golestan School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Golestan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,255 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Golestan 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, Golestan School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Golestan 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
320 SAN CARLOS AVE, EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Golestan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cornell Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Albany), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cragmont Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Cerrito, see our EL Cerrito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 0.0 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Albany Middle Albany | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Albany High Albany | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 0.5 mi | — |
| GROWING LIGHT MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF KENSINGTON Kensington | 0.8 mi | — |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.9 mi | — |
| PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Kensington Elementary Kensington | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Prospect Sierra School El Cerrito | 1.0 mi | — |
| Fairmont Elementary El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Invictus Academy of Richmond El Cerrito | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Ocean View Elementary Albany | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cragmont Elementary Berkeley | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,731
Median Home Value
$1,097,300
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
26,229
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Golestan School
What grades does Golestan School serve?
Golestan School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Golestan School?
Golestan School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golestan School?
The student-teacher ratio at Golestan School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Golestan School rank in CA?
Golestan School ranks #1,255 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Golestan School's MySchoolScout rating?
Golestan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Golestan School a private school?
Yes, Golestan 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 Golestan School a religious school?
No, Golestan School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 52
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (510) 704-8541
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