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Elementary SchoolsGrades K-8

Rivergold Elementary

Yosemite Unified · Madera County · 31800 Road 400, Coarsegold, CA 93614-9501

(559) 658-7566

4/10
#3439
Rank 3439 out of 5,722
English Language Arts5/10 · #2975 · 48th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #4065 · 29th percentile
Science5/10 · #3056 · 45th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills just outside Yosemite country, Rivergold Elementary serves the small, rural community of Coarsegold — a place where gold rush history meets wide-open landscapes and a tight-knit, small-town feel. The school lands in the middle of the pack statewide, with relatively stronger English scores than math, and families who settle here tend to value the close community bonds that come with a K-8 setup where kids grow up together over nearly a decade. It's a good fit for families drawn to outdoor living and a slower pace, who are looking for a neighborhood school with a personal touch rather than the competitive pressure of a bigger suburban district.

Student Demographics

275 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
179 (65%)
Hispanic
59 (21%)
Multiple Races
16 (6%)
Asian
9 (3%)
American Indian
8 (3%)
Other
4 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners9 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged169 (61%)
Students with Disabilities34 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

445
Enrollment
19.4
Teachers (FTE)
22.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
17.6
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 Programs1/10 · #5846 · 3rd percentile

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