Serving 146 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard Riordan Primary Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher 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 93% 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: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Riordan Primary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Riordan Primary Center's student population of 146 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard Riordan Primary Center ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Riordan Primary Center 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
#2467 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Riordan Primary Center's ranking?
Richard Riordan Primary Center is ranked #2467 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richard Riordan Primary Center?
146 students attend Richard Riordan Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Richard Riordan Primary Center students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Riordan Primary Center?
Richard Riordan Primary Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richard Riordan Primary Center offer ?
Richard Riordan Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richard Riordan Primary Center part of?
Richard Riordan Primary Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Riordan Primary Center located?
Richard Riordan Primary Center is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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