Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Richmond College Preparatory ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond College Preparatory's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
554 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond College Preparatory is 0.36, 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
#3584 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%

Hispanic
79%
56%

Black
15%
5%

White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond College Preparatory's ranking?
Richmond College Preparatory is ranked #3584 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richmond College Preparatory often compared to?
Richmond College Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Aspire Richmond Technology Academy, Caliber Beta Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richmond College Preparatory?
554 students attend Richmond College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Richmond College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond College Preparatory?
Richmond College Preparatory has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richmond College Preparatory offer ?
Richmond College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Richmond College Preparatory part of?
Richmond College Preparatory is part of Richmond College Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond College Preparatory located?
Richmond College Preparatory is located in the Coronado neighborhood of Richmond, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Coronado.
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