Needs Improvement
#9309 of 9,539 schools in CA
Grant Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
2400 Downer Ave., Richmond, CA 94804
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,309 of 9,539
In Richmond
#25 of 31
public schools
In district
#47 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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Grant Elementary
Elementary School in Richmond · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grant Elementary
Grant Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Grant Elementary serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,309 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Grant Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Grant Elementary runs 22.4:1 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.
54% of students at Grant 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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Grant Elementary — Students at Grant Elementary score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.6%
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 Grant Elementary Compares
See how Grant Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2400 Downer Ave., Richmond, CA 94804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grant Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richmond College Preparatory (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nystrom Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Michelle Obama Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 0.6 mi | 1.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Richmond High Richmond | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 0.8 mi | — |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 1.0 mi | — |
| Coronado Elementary Richmond | 1.0 mi | 1.8 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary Richmond | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Dover Elementary San Pablo | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Leadership Public Schools: Richmond Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Greenwood Academy Richmond | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Richmond College Preparatory Richmond | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Peres Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Nystrom Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grant Elementary
What grades does Grant Elementary serve?
Grant Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Grant Elementary?
Grant Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grant Elementary rank in CA?
Grant Elementary ranks #9,309 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Grant Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Grant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Grant Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grant Elementary a charter school?
No, Grant Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grant Elementary a Title I school?
No, Grant Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Elementary?
76.6% of students at Grant 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
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1422
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #47 of 52
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