Needs Improvement
#9410 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
960 17th St., Richmond, CA 94801
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,410 of 9,539
In Richmond
#28 of 31
public schools
In district
#50 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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Cesar E. Chavez Elementary
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About Cesar E. Chavez Elementary
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Cesar E.
Chavez Elementary serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar E. Chavez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #9,410 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cesar E. Chavez Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary runs 27.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
52% of students at Cesar E. Chavez Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cesar E. Chavez Elementary — Students at Cesar E. Chavez Elementary score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Compares
See how Cesar E. Chavez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
960 17th St., Richmond, CA 94801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cesar E. Chavez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richmond College Preparatory (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nystrom Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward M. Downer Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Richmond High Richmond | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Dover Elementary San Pablo | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Peres Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 0.9 mi | — |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Leadership Public Schools: Richmond Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Greenwood Academy Richmond | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| Verde Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Richmond College Preparatory Richmond | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Coronado Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 1.8 |
| Nystrom Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,786
Median Home Value
$593,500
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
33,564
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cesar E. Chavez Elementary
What grades does Cesar E. Chavez Elementary serve?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cesar E. Chavez Elementary?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar E. Chavez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is 27.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cesar E. Chavez Elementary rank in CA?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary ranks #9,410 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cesar E. Chavez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cesar E. Chavez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cesar E. Chavez Elementary a charter school?
No, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cesar E. Chavez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cesar E. Chavez Elementary?
80.4% of students at Cesar E. Chavez Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.2%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1418
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #50 of 52
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