Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richmond Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
43%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
40%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Richmond Elementary School often compared to?
Richmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
537 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Elementary School?
Richmond Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richmond Elementary School part of?
Richmond Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Elementary School located?
Richmond Elementary School is located in the Richmond neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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