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Richmond Charter Academy

West Contra Costa Unified · Contra Costa County · 1450 Marina Way South, Richmond, CA 94804-1718

(510) 235-2465 · www.amethodschools.org

4/10
#842
Rank 842 out of 1,315
Top 64%
English Language Arts6/10 · #622 · 53rd percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #913 · 31st percentile
Science2/10 · #1156 · 13th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Richmond Charter Academy sits in one of the Bay Area's most historically rich and rapidly evolving cities, where families are increasingly finding value in smaller, mission-driven schools that offer something different from the traditional district experience. The school shows some real strengths in English relative to its overall profile, though it's still building momentum in math and science — making it a reasonable option for families who want a charter environment and are actively engaged in their child's learning journey. Richmond itself has a tight-knit community feel with easy access to the waterfront, the Richmond BART station, and the broader East Bay, appealing to families who appreciate urban character without San Francisco prices.

Student Demographics

277 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
253 (91%)
African American
11 (4%)
White
7 (3%)
Other
6 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners137 (49%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged238 (86%)
Students with Disabilities30 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

296
Enrollment
8
Teachers (FTE)
37:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
25
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #642 · 53rd percentile

112 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found