Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Grant Elementary School 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grant Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Elementary School 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 Grant Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#9352 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Grant Elementary School's ranking?
Grant Elementary School is ranked #9352 out of 9,523 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Grant Elementary School?
560 students attend Grant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Grant Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant Elementary School?
Grant Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grant Elementary School offer ?
Grant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Grant Elementary School part of?
Grant Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Grant Elementary School located?
Grant Elementary School is located in the North And East neighborhood of Richmond, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in North And East.
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