Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Richman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richman Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to empower students and create thoughtful citizens by promoting a highly engaging, relevant and rigorous learning environment that encourages critical thinking and creativity.
School Rankings
Richman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richman Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#3717 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fullerton Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richman Elementary School's ranking?
Richman Elementary School is ranked #3717 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richman Elementary School often compared to?
Richman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esther L. Walter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richman Elementary School?
470 students attend Richman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Richman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richman Elementary School?
Richman Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richman Elementary School offer ?
Richman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Richman Elementary School part of?
Richman Elementary School is part of Fullerton Elementary School District.
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