Golden West Middle

goldenwest.travisusd.org/

746 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Golden West Middle School, located in Fairfield, California, is a key academic institution within the Travis Unified School District. Serving students in grades 7 and 8, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic preparation with the social and emotional development necessary for early adolescents. The campus emphasizes a "middle school concept" designed to support students as they transition from elementary settings toward the more demanding expectations of high school, focusing on core subjects while offering elective opportunities to explore diverse interests.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to community and school spirit, often highlighting a culture of inclusivity and safety. By utilizing the Travis Unified curriculum, Golden West integrates modern instructional practices and technology to enhance student engagement. In addition to its academic programs, the school encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared to succeed in their future educational pursuits.

746

Total Students

32.3

Full-Time Teachers

23.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Golden West Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	164
Hispanic	225
Black	110
Asian	124
Two or More	117
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	5

Hispanic
225 (30.2%)
White
164 (22.0%)
Asian
124 (16.6%)
Two or More
117 (15.7%)
Black
110 (14.7%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.7%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Travis Unified
Phone:	(707)437-8240
Website:	http://goldenwest.travisusd.org/
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	746
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	32.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	196
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	152

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 7 368

Grade 8 378