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#6291 of 9,539 schools in CA
Nystrom Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
230 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA 94804
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,291 of 9,539
In Richmond
#10 of 31
public schools
In district
#23 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Nystrom Elementary
Nystrom Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Nystrom Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Nystrom Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,291 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Nystrom Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Nystrom Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Nystrom Elementary runs 23.2:1 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.
53% of students at Nystrom 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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Nystrom Elementary — Students at Nystrom Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.8%
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: 8.1/10.
How Nystrom Elementary Compares
See how Nystrom Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
230 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA 94804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nystrom Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richmond College Preparatory (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward M. Downer Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), a more accessible option. Additionally, Richmond Charter Elementary-Benito Juarez (rated 4.1/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond College Preparatory Richmond | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Greenwood Academy Richmond | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Leadership Public Schools: Richmond Oakland | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Richmond | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Coronado Elementary Richmond | 0.6 mi | 1.8 |
| John Henry High Oakland | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Peres Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Richmond Charter Elementary-Benito Juarez Richmond | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Richmond Charter Academy Richmond | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 1.0 mi | 1.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Washington Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Richmond | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Richmond High Richmond | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| John F. Kennedy High Richmond | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
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 Nystrom Elementary
What grades does Nystrom Elementary serve?
Nystrom Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Nystrom Elementary?
Nystrom Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nystrom Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Nystrom Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nystrom Elementary rank in CA?
Nystrom Elementary ranks #6,291 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nystrom Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Nystrom Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Nystrom Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nystrom Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nystrom Elementary a charter school?
No, Nystrom Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nystrom Elementary a Title I school?
No, Nystrom Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nystrom Elementary?
62.8% of students at Nystrom 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
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.2%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1406
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #23 of 52
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