Excellent
#680 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
John L. Golden Elementary
Elementary School · Etiwanda Elementary
12400 Banyan St., Etiwanda, CA 91739
Enrollment
915
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
915
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#680 of 9,539
In Etiwanda
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 17
Etiwanda Elementary
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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John L. Golden Elementary
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About John L. Golden Elementary
John L. Golden Elementary is a public elementary school in Etiwanda, CA, part of Etiwanda Elementary. John L.
Golden Elementary serves approximately 915 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John L. Golden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #680 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John L. Golden Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John L. Golden Elementary runs 24.7:1 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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John L. Golden Elementary — Students at John L. Golden Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.4/10.
How John L. Golden Elementary Compares
See how John L. Golden Elementary 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
12400 Banyan St., Etiwanda, CA 91739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John L. Golden Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Alta Loma), with a very similar rating. Another option is Terra Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cucamonga), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Caryn Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Alta Loma), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Etiwanda, see our Etiwanda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Day Creek Intermediate Etiwanda | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Windrows Elementary Etiwanda | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Etiwanda Colony Elementary Etiwanda | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Rancho Cucamonga High Rancho Cucamonga | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Caryn Elementary Alta Loma | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Etiwanda Intermediate Etiwanda | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Summit Intermediate Etiwanda | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Etiwanda Community Day Etiwanda | 1.2 mi | — |
| Los Osos High Rancho Cucamonga | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Grapeland Elementary Etiwanda | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary Alta Loma | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Etiwanda High Etiwanda | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Terra Vista Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Perdew Elementary Etiwanda | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Victoria Groves Elementary Alta Loma | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-FONTANA Fontana | 2.3 mi | — |
| Heritage Intermediate Fontana | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,475
Median Home Value
$860,200
Median Rent
$2,508/mo
Population
41,722
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
37.2
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|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| Chaparral Elementary Ladera Ranch, CA | 8.6 |
| Design 39 Campus San Diego, CA | 8.6 |
| Donlon Elementary Pleasanton, CA | 8.6 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John L. Golden Elementary
What grades does John L. Golden Elementary serve?
John L. Golden Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John L. Golden Elementary?
John L. Golden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 915 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John L. Golden Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John L. Golden Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John L. Golden Elementary rank in CA?
John L. Golden Elementary ranks #680 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John L. Golden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John L. Golden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 John L. Golden Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John L. Golden Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John L. Golden Elementary a charter school?
No, John L. Golden Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John L. Golden Elementary a Title I school?
No, John L. Golden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John L. Golden Elementary?
24.4% of students at John L. Golden 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 915
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (909) 463-9105
Resources & Links
District
Etiwanda Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,599
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,513
- District Rank
- #1 of 17
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