Needs Improvement
#9030 of 9,539 schools in CA
Highland Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
2829 Moyers Rd., Richmond, CA 94806
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,030 of 9,539
In Richmond
#23 of 31
public schools
In district
#44 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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Highland Elementary
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About Highland Elementary
Highland Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Highland Elementary serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,030 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Highland Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.
40% of students at Highland 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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Highland Elementary — Students at Highland Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
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: 2.2/10.
How Highland Elementary Compares
See how Highland 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
2829 Moyers Rd., Richmond, CA 94806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Caliber: Beta Academy (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayview Elementary (rated 4.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy San Pablo | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Summit Public School: Tamalpais Richmond | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Middle College High San Pablo | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Aspire Richmond Technology Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Helms Middle San Pablo | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| PATTYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond | 0.8 mi | — |
| A Better Chance / California Autism Foundation Richmond | 1.2 mi | — |
| A BETTER CHANCE SCHOOL/CAL AUTISM FOUNDATION Richmond | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Making Waves Academy Richmond | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverside Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Bayview Elementary San Pablo | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 1.3 mi | — |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 1.4 mi | — |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Caliber: Beta Academy Richmond | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Lake Elementary San Pablo | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| St. David School Richmond | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,818
Median Home Value
$582,000
Median Rent
$2,013/mo
Population
61,749
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Elementary
What grades does Highland Elementary serve?
Highland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Highland Elementary?
Highland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Elementary rank in CA?
Highland Elementary ranks #9,030 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Highland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Elementary a charter school?
No, Highland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Elementary?
81.3% of students at Highland 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
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1424
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #44 of 52
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