Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richmond Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
39%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Richmond Elementary School often compared to?
Richmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
551 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Elementary School?
Richmond Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richmond Elementary School part of?
Richmond Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Elementary School located?
Richmond Elementary School is located in the Richmond neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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