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Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon
School · Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon District
PO Box 454, Oro Grande, CA 92368
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,368 of 9,539
In Oro Grande
#5 of 8
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon
School in Oro Grande · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon is a public school in Oro Grande, CA, part of Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon District. Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,368 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon runs 23.3:1 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.
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon — Students at Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 9.6/10.
How Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon Compares
See how Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon 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
PO Box 454, Oro Grande, CA 92368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon may also want to explore other schools in the area. Fontana High (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fontana), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beech Avenue Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Fontana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sequoia Middle (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Fontana), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oro Grande, see our Oro Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| West Randall Elementary Fontana | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Sequoia Middle Fontana | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Live Oak Elementary Fontana | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Redwood Elementary Fontana | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Citrus Elementary Fontana | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Poplar Elementary Fontana | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Fontana High Fontana | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| St. Joseph's Academy Fontana | 1.5 mi | — |
| Oleander Elementary Fontana | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Hemlock Elementary Fontana | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Date Elementary Fontana | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Tokay Elementary Fontana | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Almeria Middle Fontana | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Almond Elementary Fontana | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Harry S. Truman Middle Fontana | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Randall Pepper Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| East Heritage Elementary Fontana | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Cypress Elementary Fontana | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Amazing Stars Academy United Fontana | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,000
Median Home Value
$313,700
Median Rent
$1,212/mo
Population
925
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
58.1%
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon
What grades does Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon serve?
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon?
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon?
The student-teacher ratio at Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon rank in CA?
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon ranks #5,368 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon's MySchoolScout rating?
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon a charter school?
Yes, Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon a Title I school?
No, Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon?
89.3% of students at Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (760) 245-3222
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon District- District Enrollment
- 233
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,444
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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