Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Richmond Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
39%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
551 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 5% 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 22:1, 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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