What types of schools are available in Richmond, California?

Richmond, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Richmond, California

Q: How many schools are in Richmond, California?

There are 33 schools in Richmond, California, serving 15,645 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Richmond?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Richmond, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 33 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

15,645

Total Students

Across Richmond

23.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

33 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)8 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)12 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,280 students at Richmond High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 17:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Sheldon Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

2601 May Rd., Richmond, CA 94803

29 Sixth St., Richmond, CA 94801

Mira Vista Elementary

publicmiddleK-8

6397 Hazel Ave., Richmond, CA 94805

Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

4022 Florida Ave., Richmond, CA 94804

230 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA 94804

1250 23Rd St., Richmond, CA 94804

719 Fifth St., Richmond, CA 94801

101 35Th St., Richmond, CA 94804

1300 Amador St., Richmond, CA 94806

4300 Cutting Blvd., Richmond, CA 94804

Valley View Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

3416 Maywood Dr., Richmond, CA 94803

Michelle Obama Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

629 42Nd St, Richmond, CA 94805

Washington Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

565 Wine St., Richmond, CA 94801

2000 Giaramita St., Richmond, CA 94801

2829 Moyers Rd., Richmond, CA 94806

Cesar E. Chavez Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

960 17Th St., Richmond, CA 94801

Lovonya Dejean Middle

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

3400 Macdonald Ave., Richmond, CA 94805

charter schoolhighGrade 5-12

4123 Lakeside Dr., Richmond, CA 94806

2711 Maricopa Ave., Richmond, CA 94804

831 Chanslor Ave., Richmond, CA 94801

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Richmond

Richmond, California is home to 33 schools serving over 15,645 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Richmond, California?

There are 33 schools in Richmond, serving 15,645 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Richmond?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Richmond include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Richmond?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Richmond is 23.2:1.

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