Needs Improvement
#9457 of 9,539 schools in CA
Peres Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
719 Fifth St., Richmond, CA 94801
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,457 of 9,539
In Richmond
#29 of 31
public schools
In district
#51 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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About Peres Elementary
Peres Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Peres Elementary serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Peres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,457 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Peres Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Peres Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
53% of students at Peres 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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Peres Elementary — Students at Peres Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 1.6/10.
How Peres Elementary Compares
See how Peres 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
719 Fifth St., Richmond, CA 94801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peres Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richmond College Preparatory (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nystrom Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward M. Downer Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Public Schools: Richmond Oakland | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Greenwood Academy Richmond | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Richmond College Preparatory Richmond | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Nystrom Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Verde Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Richmond High Richmond | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Dover Elementary San Pablo | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Coronado Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 1.8 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 1.4 mi | 1.9 |
| Washington Elementary Richmond | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 1.4 mi | — |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 1.5 mi | — |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,786
Median Home Value
$593,500
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
33,564
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peres Elementary
What grades does Peres Elementary serve?
Peres Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Peres Elementary?
Peres Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peres Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Peres Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peres Elementary rank in CA?
Peres Elementary ranks #9,457 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Peres Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Peres Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Peres Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peres Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Peres Elementary a charter school?
No, Peres Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peres Elementary a Title I school?
No, Peres Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peres Elementary?
97.9% of students at Peres 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.6%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1407
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #51 of 52
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