Needs Improvement
#9150 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ralph Richardson Center
School · San Juan Unified
4848 Cottage Way, Carmichael, CA 95608
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,150 of 9,539
In Carmichael
#12 of 17
public schools
In district
#54 of 65
San Juan Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ralph Richardson Center
Ralph Richardson Center is a public school in Carmichael, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Ralph Richardson Center serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph Richardson Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,150 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph Richardson Center show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Ralph Richardson Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Ralph Richardson Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
59% of students at Ralph Richardson Center 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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Ralph Richardson Center — Students at Ralph Richardson Center score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 16 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: 1.5/10.
How Ralph Richardson Center Compares
See how Ralph Richardson Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4848 Cottage Way, Carmichael, CA 95608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph Richardson Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Winston Churchill Middle (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Juan Choices Charter (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Sacramento), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Visions In Education (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carmichael, see our Carmichael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,638
Median Home Value
$565,600
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
63,052
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph Richardson Center
What grades does Ralph Richardson Center serve?
Ralph Richardson Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ralph Richardson Center?
Ralph Richardson Center has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph Richardson Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph Richardson Center is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralph Richardson Center rank in CA?
Ralph Richardson Center ranks #9,150 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ralph Richardson Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph Richardson Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Ralph Richardson Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph Richardson Center has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Ralph Richardson Center a charter school?
No, Ralph Richardson Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph Richardson Center a Title I school?
No, Ralph Richardson Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph Richardson Center?
42.6% of students at Ralph Richardson Center 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.3%
- Phone
- (916) 971-7411
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #54 of 65
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