Needs Improvement
#9103 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ford Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
2711 Maricopa Ave., Richmond, CA 94804
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,103 of 9,539
In Richmond
#24 of 31
public schools
In district
#45 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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Ford Elementary
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About Ford Elementary
Ford Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Ford Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Ford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,103 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ford Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ford Elementary runs 23:1 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 Ford 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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Ford Elementary — Students at Ford Elementary score 16% 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: 3.6/10.
How Ford Elementary Compares
See how Ford Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2711 Maricopa Ave., Richmond, CA 94804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ford Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST DAVID SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Michelle Obama Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 0.1 mi | — |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Richmond High Richmond | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 0.4 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Dover Elementary San Pablo | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Helms Middle San Pablo | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Riverside Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 1.2 mi | 1.9 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Middle College High San Pablo | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ST DAVID SCHOOL Richmond | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| St. David School Richmond | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lake Elementary San Pablo | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Verde Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
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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| Antelope Elementary Littlerock, CA | 3.4 |
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| Bess Maxwell Elementary Crescent City, CA | 3.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ford Elementary
What grades does Ford Elementary serve?
Ford Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ford Elementary?
Ford Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ford Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ford Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ford Elementary rank in CA?
Ford Elementary ranks #9,103 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ford Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Ford Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ford Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ford Elementary a charter school?
No, Ford Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ford Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ford Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ford Elementary?
80.4% of students at Ford 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.9%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1421
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #45 of 52
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