Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez's student population of 480 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez 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 Charter Elementary-benito Juarez is 0.19, 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
#7571 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez's ranking?
Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez is ranked #7571 out of 9,602 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez?
480 students attend Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez?
Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez offer ?
Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez part of?
Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez is part of Richmond Charter Elementary-Benito Juarez School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez located?
Richmond Charter Elementary-benito Juarez is located in the Marina Bay neighborhood of Richmond, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Marina Bay.
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