Serving 53 students in grades 1-6, Richvale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Richvale Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Richvale, CA, covering approximately 134.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 7 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 12 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richvale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richvale Elementary School's student population of 53 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
53 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Richvale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richvale 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
#959 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 1994–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
28%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richvale Elementary School's ranking?
Richvale Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richvale Elementary School?
53 students attend Richvale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Richvale Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richvale Elementary School?
Richvale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richvale Elementary School offer ?
Richvale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Richvale Elementary School part of?
Richvale Elementary School is part of Biggs Unified School District.
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