Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emilie Ritchen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emilie Ritchen Elementary School is 0.22, which is less 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
#6212 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emilie Ritchen Elementary School's ranking?
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School is ranked #6212 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emilie Ritchen Elementary School often compared to?
Emilie Ritchen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emilie Ritchen Elementary School?
493 students attend Emilie Ritchen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Emilie Ritchen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emilie Ritchen Elementary School?
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emilie Ritchen Elementary School offer ?
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Emilie Ritchen Elementary School part of?
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School is part of Oxnard School District.
In what neighborhood is Emilie Ritchen Elementary School located?
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School is located in the Cabrillo neighborhood of Oxnard, CA.
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