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Coronado Elementary

Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified

2100 Maine Ave., Richmond, CA 94804

Enrollment

313

Student-Teacher

24.1:1

Score

1.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#9,533 of 9,539

In Richmond

#30 of 31

public schools

In district

#52 of 52

West Contra Costa Unified

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Coronado Elementary

1.8/10

Elementary School in Richmond · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Voices College-bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co

1.9/10

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7.8/10

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About Coronado Elementary

Coronado Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Coronado Elementary serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Coronado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.8 out of 10 and ranks #9,533 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Coronado Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.2 pts below district
  • This school 1.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Coronado Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.

51% of students at Coronado 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-39.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.8 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-24.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,205
Chronic Absenteeism51.4%

Coronado Elementary — Students at Coronado Elementary score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 24.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 18.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
7%
ELA
8%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
9%
2020*
ELA
10%
2021*
ELA
10%
2022
Math
7.9%
ELA
10.7%
2024
Math
6.5%
ELA
6.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.

How Coronado Elementary Compares

See how Coronado Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
1.8/10
0th percentile in CA
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.4%

Location

2100 Maine Ave., Richmond, CA 94804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coronado Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richmond College Preparatory (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nystrom Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Michelle Obama Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose 0.6 mi 1.9
Richmond College Preparatory Richmond 0.6 mi 7.8
Nystrom Elementary Richmond 0.6 mi 5.6
Greenwood Academy Richmond 0.7 mi 4.8
Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond 0.8 mi 4.4
Leadership Public Schools: Richmond Oakland 0.8 mi 7.3
Manzanita Middle Richmond 0.9 mi 5.9
Grant Elementary Richmond 1.0 mi 3.0
John Henry High Oakland 1.1 mi 5.3
Lincoln Elementary Richmond 0.9 mi 2.7
Richmond Charter Elementary-Benito Juarez Richmond 1.2 mi 4.1
Richmond Charter Academy Richmond 1.2 mi 5.9
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Richmond 0.9 mi 2.9
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond 1.4 mi 2.7
John F. Kennedy High Richmond 1.1 mi 4.8
Peres Elementary Richmond 1.4 mi 2.5
Michelle Obama Elementary Richmond 1.4 mi 5.0
Ford Elementary Richmond 1.7 mi 3.4
Richmond High Richmond 1.7 mi 5.7
Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo 1.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,430

Median Home Value

$618,000

Median Rent

$1,825/mo

Population

44,679

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

48.6%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

36.3

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Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose, CA 1.9
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Adelanto Elementary Adelanto, CA 2.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coronado Elementary

What grades does Coronado Elementary serve?

Coronado Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Coronado Elementary?

Coronado Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coronado Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Coronado Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coronado Elementary rank in CA?

Coronado Elementary ranks #9,533 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Coronado Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Coronado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.8 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 Coronado Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coronado Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Coronado Elementary a charter school?

No, Coronado Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Coronado Elementary a Title I school?

No, Coronado Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coronado Elementary?

77.3% of students at Coronado 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Contra Costa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.4%

District

West Contra Costa Unified
District Enrollment
25,575
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,205
District Rank
#52 of 52

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