Serving 746 students in grades 7-8, Golden West Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Golden West Middle School's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
746 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Mustangs
School Rankings
Golden West Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden West Middle School is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3042 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Travis Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden West Middle School's ranking?
Golden West Middle School is ranked #3042 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Golden West Middle School often compared to?
Golden West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willis Jepson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Golden West Middle School?
746 students attend Golden West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Golden West Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden West Middle School?
Golden West Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Golden West Middle School offer ?
Golden West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Golden West Middle School part of?
Golden West Middle School is part of Travis Unified School District.
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