Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Nystrom 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nystrom Elementary serves the southwest area of Richmond, CA, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nystrom Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Nystrom 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 Nystrom Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#8670 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nystrom Elementary School's ranking?
Nystrom Elementary School is ranked #8670 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nystrom Elementary School?
415 students attend Nystrom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Nystrom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nystrom Elementary School?
Nystrom Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nystrom Elementary School offer ?
Nystrom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Nystrom Elementary School part of?
Nystrom Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nystrom Elementary School located?
Nystrom Elementary School is located in the Coronado neighborhood of Richmond, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Coronado.
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