At a glance
Reported students
834
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31.49
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
26.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California elementary enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 5,927 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
508.5
Golden Elementary: 834 reported students.
State peer staffing position
94th percentile
26.5:1 reported; state peer median 22.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 762
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Student–teacher ratio
- 34.6:1
What the reported data says about Golden Elementary
Golden Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–06 in Placentia. It is one of 34 current school records connected to Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified. NCES reports 834 students for 2024–25.
Among 5,927 elementary schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 455 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 26.5:1, above the California median of 22.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (53.4%) and White (19.4%). English learners represent 7.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Golden Elementary
- 1How do the reported 26.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 31.49 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 7.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 23.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White19.4%
- Hispanic17.1%
- Black1%
- Asian53.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial8.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Fairmont Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
794 reported students
Rio Vista Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
647 reported students
Glenview Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
601 reported students
John O. Tynes Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
591 reported students
Van Buren Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
538 reported students
Woodsboro Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
512 reported students
Public schools near Golden Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven Elementary Elementary · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | KG–06 | 482 | 0.7 mi |
| Charles Wagner Elementary Elementary · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | KG–06 | 440 | 0.8 mi |
| Rose Drive Elementary Elementary · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | KG–05 | 372 | 0.9 mi |
| Olinda Elementary Elementary · Brea-Olinda Unified | KG–06 | 649 | 1.1 mi |
| Morse Elementary Elementary · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | KG–06 | 382 | 1.3 mi |
| Lakeview Elementary Elementary · Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified | KG–05 | 381 | 1.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Golden Elementary
What grades does Golden Elementary serve?
Golden Elementary reports grades KG–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified.
How many students attend Golden Elementary?
Golden Elementary reported 834 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 5,927 California elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 762 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Golden Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 26.5:1, based on 834 students and 31.49 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 22.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Golden Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Golden Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Golden Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
23.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Golden Elementary in?
Golden Elementary is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified, based in Placentia, CA, which operates 34 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Golden Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Brookhaven Elementary (0.7 mi), Charles Wagner Elementary (0.8 mi), Rose Drive Elementary (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.