Serving 136 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard Riordan Primary Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Richard Riordan Primary Center serves the northeast part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest point about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard Riordan Primary Center's student population of 136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
136 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard Riordan Primary Center ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Riordan Primary Center is 0.30, 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
#2750 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Riordan Primary Center's ranking?
Richard Riordan Primary Center is ranked #2750 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richard Riordan Primary Center often compared to?
Richard Riordan Primary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Yorkdale Elementary School, Toland Way Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richard Riordan Primary Center?
136 students attend Richard Riordan Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Richard Riordan Primary Center students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Riordan Primary Center?
Richard Riordan Primary Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richard Riordan Primary Center offer ?
Richard Riordan Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richard Riordan Primary Center part of?
Richard Riordan Primary Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Riordan Primary Center located?
Richard Riordan Primary Center is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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