Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Richardson Prep Hi Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Richardson Prep HI's attendance zone covers the entire district in San Bernardino, CA, encompassing approximately 163.6 square miles. Families can generally expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 23.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Home of the Tigers
School Rankings
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is 0.27, 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
#395 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Richardson Prep Hi Middle School's ranking?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is ranked #395 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richardson Prep Hi Middle School often compared to?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardy Brown College Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richardson Prep Hi Middle School?
583 students attend Richardson Prep Hi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Richardson Prep Hi Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richardson Prep Hi Middle School?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richardson Prep Hi Middle School offer ?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richardson Prep Hi Middle School part of?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Richardson Prep Hi Middle School located?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is located in the Lytle Creek neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lytle Creek.
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