Needs Improvement
#9321 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gould Educational Center
School · Madera County Superintendent of Schools
1105 South Madera Ave., Madera, CA 93637
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,321 of 9,539
In Madera
#41 of 41
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Madera County Superintendent of Schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Gould Educational Center
Gould Educational Center is a public school in Madera, CA, part of Madera County Superintendent of Schools. Gould Educational Center serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gould Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,321 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gould Educational Center show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Gould Educational Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
66% of students at Gould Educational Center 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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Gould Educational Center — Students at Gould Educational Center score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average 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: 1.2/10.
How Gould Educational Center Compares
See how Gould Educational Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1105 South Madera Ave., Madera, CA 93637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gould Educational Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Duane E. Furman Independent Study (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pioneer Technical Center (rated 5.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madera County Independent Academy (rated 4.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madera, see our Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Madison Elementary Madera | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Madera High Madera | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Madera | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Alpha Elementary Madera | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Joachim Elementary Madera | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Madera | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Madera South High Madera | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madera | 0.8 mi | — |
| Duane E. Furman Independent Study Madera | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Madera Unified Adult Transition Program Madera | 1.1 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Madera | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Parkwood Elementary Madera | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| George Washington Elementary Madera | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Virginia Lee Rose Elementary Madera | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Madera | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Madera County Independent Academy Madera | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Juvenile Hall (Endeavor/Voyager Secondary) Madera | 1.2 mi | — |
| John Adams Elementary Madera | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Pioneer Technical Center Madera | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Millview Elementary Madera | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,621
Median Home Value
$369,200
Median Rent
$1,345/mo
Population
42,278
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
33
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| OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy Orange, CA | 3.2 |
| Orange County Special Education Costa Mesa, CA | 3.2 |
| Tracy Independent Study Charter Tracy, CA | 3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gould Educational Center
What grades does Gould Educational Center serve?
Gould Educational Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Gould Educational Center?
Gould Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gould Educational Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Gould Educational Center is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gould Educational Center rank in CA?
Gould Educational Center ranks #9,321 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gould Educational Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Gould Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Gould Educational Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gould Educational Center has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gould Educational Center a charter school?
No, Gould Educational Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gould Educational Center a Title I school?
No, Gould Educational Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gould Educational Center?
76.4% of students at Gould 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madera County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.1%
- Phone
- (559) 674-0915
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Madera County Superintendent of Schools- District Enrollment
- 687
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $71,630
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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