Gold Rush Charter
11 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Gold Rush Charter
Gold Rush Charter School is a unique learning environment that offers a unique blend of traditional and modern educational practices. Located in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills, the school is committed to providing a quality education for students of all ages and abilities. With a focus on developing the whole child, Gold Rush Charter School encourages students to explore their individual interests and strengths, while also developing the skills needed to be successful in the future.
The school offers a range of academic programs, from the traditional core curriculum to more specialized courses in the arts, sciences, and technology. Gold Rush Charter School also provides a variety of extracurricular activities, such as field trips, clubs, and sports teams. The school is also committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Gold Rush Charter School is an excellent choice for families who are looking for a quality education with a focus on the whole child. With its unique blend of traditional and modern educational practices, Gold Rush Charter School is sure to provide a learning experience that will prepare students for success in the future.
Address:
16331 Hidden Valley Rd.
Sonora, CA 95370Phone:
(209) 532-9781
Site:
Grades:
K – 12
Enrollment:
471 students
Overview Gold Rush Charter
Gold Rush Charter serves 471 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Gold Rush Charter placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Verdict on Gold Rush Charter
Gold Rush Charter is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Gold Rush Charter is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.