Golden High School

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

jeffco.k12.co.us/high/golden/index.html

1,416 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Golden High School, located in the historic city of Golden, Colorado, is a prominent secondary institution within the Jefferson County Public School District. Serving the local community, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and a robust extracurricular environment. Its curriculum typically balances traditional college-preparatory coursework with a variety of elective opportunities, aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success while fostering personal growth and civic engagement.

The school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community spirit and its integration into the unique culture of Golden. Students at Golden High have access to a wide array of athletics, arts programs, and specialized clubs, which contribute to a well-rounded educational experience. By leveraging its proximity to the foothills and the resources of the surrounding Jefferson County area, Golden High School strives to provide an inclusive and challenging atmosphere that empowers students to achieve their academic goals and develop into responsible members of society.

1,416

Total Students

66.8

Full-Time Teachers

21.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

22.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Golden High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,131
Hispanic	182
Black	10
Asian	22
Two or More	59
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,131 (79.9 %)
Hispanic
182 (12.9 %)
Two or More
59 (4.2 %)
Asian
22 (1.6 %)
American Indian
11 (0.8 %)
Black
10 (0.7 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Jefferson County School District No. R-1
Phone:	(303)982-4200
Website:	http://jeffco.k12.co.us/high/golden/index.html
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,416
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	66.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	283
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	41

* 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 9 381

Grade 10 358

Grade 11 345

Grade 12 332