Serving 1,431 students in grades 9-12, Richmond High 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond High School's student population of 1,431 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond High 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 Richmond High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8133 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
89%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond High School's ranking?
Richmond High School is ranked #8133 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richmond High School often compared to?
Richmond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F. Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond High School?
The graduation rate of Richmond High School is 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Richmond High School?
1,431 students attend Richmond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Richmond High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond High School?
Richmond High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Richmond High School offer ?
Richmond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richmond High School part of?
Richmond High School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond High School located?
Richmond High School is located in the North And East neighborhood of Richmond, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in North And East.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Noon Dismissal
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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