Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, Richmond Charter Academy 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond Charter Academy's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richmond Charter Academy is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Richmond Charter Academy often compared to?
Richmond Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Manzanita Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Richmond Charter Academy?
276 students attend Richmond Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Richmond Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Charter Academy?
Richmond Charter Academy has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richmond Charter Academy offer ?
Richmond Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richmond Charter Academy part of?
Richmond Charter Academy is part of Richmond Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Charter Academy located?
Richmond Charter Academy is located in the Marina Bay neighborhood of Richmond, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Marina Bay.
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