Gorman Joint

Located at 49847 Gorman School Rd. in Gorman, California, the Gorman Joint School District is an active, single-campus public school district operating independently of supervisory unions or charter networks. Nestled in a distant rural setting within the broader Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metropolitan area, the district provides a close-knit educational environment designed to serve its surrounding community. Although structured to accommodate grades Kindergarten through 12th grade, the district’s active enrollment currently centers on elementary and middle school education, serving 118 students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. This vibrant student population represents a diverse community, predominantly composed of Hispanic and White students who benefit from a unified, small-school learning culture.

To support academic success and student well-being, Gorman Joint maintains a robust staffing model tailored to personalized instruction. The district employs nearly 8 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers alongside 3.5 FTE instructional aides and approximately 17 support staff members, bringing total district personnel to over 28 FTE positions. This generous staffing environment yields an approachable student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 15 to 1, allowing educators to deliver individualized attention and strong foundational support. For prospective families, local residents, and educational researchers seeking additional insights, the district can be reached by phone at (661) 248-6441 or online through its official website at gormanschool.com.