For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,263 students in 94801, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 94801, CA are Washington Elementary School, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School and Verde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94801 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94801, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94801, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
565 Wine St.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1417
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1417
Gr: K-6 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
960 17th St.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1418
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1418
Gr: K-6 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Verde Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Giaramita St.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1408
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1408
Gr: K-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Peres Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
719 Fifth St.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1407
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1407
Gr: K-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #55.
Greenwood Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
831 Chanslor Ave.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1402
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1402
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
29 Sixth St.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1404
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1404
Gr: K-6 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
94801, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wccusd Community Day School Program (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
715 Chanslor Ave
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1160
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1160
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94801, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94801, CA include Washington Elementary School, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School and Verde Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94801?
6 public schools are located in 94801.
What is the racial composition of students in 94801?
94801 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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