CAHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Golden Valley High — School Profile & District Info

High|Merced, California|Merced Union High

Merced, CA 95344

School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
1,955
Student:Teacher
20.6:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
84.6%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
46%
47th percentile in CA
Math Proficiency
20%
32th percentile in CA
Graduation Rate
97%

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program
13 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Athletics
24 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 22.3:1
Near average in CA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$16,578
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 14%State 68%Local 18%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$412,987
-1.9% YoY
Merced, CA metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
High
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,917
Current enrollment
Stable(+4% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Valley High

Golden Valley High has a total enrollment of 1,955 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Merced, CA.

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