GOLDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Golden Oak Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Richland Union Elementary school district, located in Shafter, CA with about 747 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, Golden Oak Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Golden Oak Elementary, located in Shafter, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Richland School District. Guided by the mascot of the "Tigers," the school is committed to fostering an environment centered on academic achievement, personal responsibility, and community engagement. The school’s curriculum is designed to support the development of core competencies in literacy and mathematics, while also emphasizing character building and the social-emotional growth of its diverse student body.

Beyond the classroom, Golden Oak Elementary strives to maintain a strong partnership between educators, families, and the wider Shafter community. By utilizing resources such as their comprehensive website, the school ensures clear communication regarding academic standards, school events, and district-wide initiatives. Through its focus on a supportive learning climate and student-centered programs, the school works to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Golden Oak Elementary at (661) 746-8670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.