Golden Valley Unified

District Overview
Located at 37479 Avenue 12 in Madera, California, Golden Valley Unified School District is an active, traditional public school system serving families within a rural fringe community connected to the broader Fresno metropolitan area. Operating ten public schools, the district provides a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside provisions for adult education. With an enrollment of 2,997 students across its primary, middle, and secondary grade levels, Golden Valley Unified maintains a well-balanced learning environment designed to support seamless academic progression from early childhood through high school graduation.

The district embraces a diverse student body, with a population that reflects a rich mix of cultural backgrounds, including strong representation among Hispanic, White, Asian, multiracial, African American, and Native American students. To champion student success, Golden Valley Unified maintains a substantial staffing infrastructure comprising nearly 587 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated workforce includes over 272 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, complemented by 44 instructional aides and 270 support staff members, ensuring robust academic instruction, tailored classroom assistance, and comprehensive administrative services across all campuses.
10
Total Schools
2,997
Total Students
272.3
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Golden Valley Unified
Demographic Student Count
White1,122
Hispanic1,493
Black69
Asian210
Two or More73
American Indian27
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    1,493 (49.8%)
  • White
    1,122 (37.5%)
  • Asian
    210 (7.0%)
  • Two or More
    73 (2.4%)
  • Black
    69 (2.3%)
  • American Indian
    27 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Golden Valley Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High3
Other3
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:10
Students:2,997*
Teachers (FTE):272.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:11.0