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Golden Hills Elementary

Tehachapi Unified · Kern County · 20215 Park Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561-6706

(661) 822-2180

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3/10
#4157
Rank 4157 out of 5,722
Top 73%
English Language Arts3/10 · #4435 · 23rd percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #4470 · 22nd percentile
Science6/10 · #2621 · 53rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the high desert town of Tehachapi, where the wind turbines dot the ridgelines and the community has a tight-knit, small-town feel, Golden Hills Elementary serves families looking for a quieter, rural California lifestyle away from the bustle of the Central Valley below. Academics here are still developing, with stronger showings in science than in English and math, making it a school that may appeal to families who value the outdoor, hands-on character of the area and are prepared to supplement at home. Tehachapi itself has a loyal local following for its mild mountain climate and close community bonds, and Golden Hills reflects that spirit — it's a neighborhood school in the truest sense.

Student Demographics

299 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
148 (49%)
White
136 (45%)
African American
6 (2%)
Multiple Races
6 (2%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners26 (9%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged161 (54%)
Students with Disabilities57 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

663
Enrollment
30.3
Teachers (FTE)
21.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
22.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #4589 · 24th percentile

32 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found