Serving 296 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond Charter Academy's student population of 296 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2015
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Charter Academy is 0.17, 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
#8745 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
3%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Charter Academy's ranking?
Richmond Charter Academy is ranked #8745 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richmond Charter Academy?
296 students attend Richmond Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Richmond Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Charter Academy?
Richmond Charter Academy has a student ration of 37:1, 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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