Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Coronado Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coronado Elementary serves the southwest part of Richmond, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the attendance zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coronado Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Coronado Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coronado Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#9306 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coronado Elementary School's ranking?
Coronado Elementary School is ranked #9306 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Coronado Elementary School?
307 students attend Coronado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Coronado Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coronado Elementary School?
Coronado Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Coronado Elementary School offer ?
Coronado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Coronado Elementary School part of?
Coronado Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Coronado Elementary School located?
Coronado Elementary School is located in the Coronado neighborhood of Richmond, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Coronado.
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