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Michelle Obama Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
629 42nd st, Richmond, CA 94805
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,308 of 9,539
In Richmond
#12 of 31
public schools
In district
#27 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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About Michelle Obama Elementary
Michelle Obama Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Michelle Obama Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Michelle Obama Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Michelle Obama Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Michelle Obama Elementary runs 23.5:1 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.
43% of students at Michelle Obama 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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Michelle Obama Elementary — Students at Michelle Obama Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Michelle Obama Elementary Compares
See how Michelle Obama Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
629 42nd st, Richmond, CA 94805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Michelle Obama Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mira Vista Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRESTMONT SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST DAVID SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST DAVID SCHOOL Richmond | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| St. David School Richmond | 0.7 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Riverside Elementary Richmond | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| CRESTMONT SCHOOL Richmond | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 0.8 mi | 1.9 |
| John F. Kennedy High Richmond | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Mira Vista Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond | 0.9 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 1.1 mi | — |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| East Bay Montessori El Cerrito | 1.1 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL El Cerrito | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Stege Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Summit Public School K2 El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,191
Median Home Value
$738,800
Median Rent
$2,272/mo
Population
15,356
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michelle Obama Elementary
What grades does Michelle Obama Elementary serve?
Michelle Obama Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Michelle Obama Elementary?
Michelle Obama Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Michelle Obama Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Michelle Obama Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Michelle Obama Elementary rank in CA?
Michelle Obama Elementary ranks #7,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Michelle Obama Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Michelle Obama Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Michelle Obama Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Michelle Obama Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Michelle Obama Elementary a charter school?
No, Michelle Obama Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Michelle Obama Elementary a Title I school?
No, Michelle Obama Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Michelle Obama Elementary?
78.1% of students at Michelle Obama 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
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1456
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #27 of 52
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