Excellent
#1541 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Richmond Street Elementary
Elementary School · El Segundo Unified
641 Sheldon St., EL Segundo, CA 90245
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,541 of 9,539
In EL Segundo
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
El Segundo Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Richmond Street Elementary
Richmond Street Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Segundo, CA, part of El Segundo Unified. Richmond Street Elementary serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Richmond Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Richmond Street Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Richmond Street Elementary runs 23.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Richmond Street Elementary — Students at Richmond Street Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Richmond Street Elementary Compares
See how Richmond Street 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
641 Sheldon St., EL Segundo, CA 90245
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richmond Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center Street Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grand View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Manhattan Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VISITATION SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. For more schools in EL Segundo, see our EL Segundo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| El Segundo High El Segundo | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Arena High (Continuation) El Segundo | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Center Street Elementary El Segundo | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| El Segundo Middle El Segundo | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Grand View Elementary Manhattan Beach | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Beach Cities Montessori School El Segundo | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST BERNARD HIGH SCHOOL Playa Del Rey | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Loyola Village Fine And Performing Arts Magnet Los Angeles | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Da Vinci Communications El Segundo | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Da Vinci Design El Segundo | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Da Vinci Science El Segundo | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Katherine Johnson STEM Academy Los Angeles | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST ANASTASIA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| American Martyrs School Manhattan Beach | 2.4 mi | — |
| St. Anastasia Elementary Los Angeles | 2.5 mi | — |
| AMERICAN MARTYRS SCHOOL Manhattan Beach | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WISH Academy High Los Angeles | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WESM Health/Sports Medicine Los Angeles | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Paseo del Rey Fundamental Playa Del Rey | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Los Angeles | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90245 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,149
Median Home Value
$1,521,600
Median Rent
$2,547/mo
Population
16,863
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
42.6%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Achieve Academy Oakland, CA | 8.0 |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA | 8.0 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton, CA | 8.0 |
| Aviation Elementary Hawthorne, CA | 8.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
| Bethune K-8 San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richmond Street Elementary
What grades does Richmond Street Elementary serve?
Richmond Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Richmond Street Elementary?
Richmond Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richmond Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Richmond Street Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richmond Street Elementary rank in CA?
Richmond Street Elementary ranks #1,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Richmond Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Richmond Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Richmond Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richmond Street Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Richmond Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Richmond Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richmond Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Richmond Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richmond Street Elementary?
6.4% of students at Richmond Street 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.3%
- Phone
- (310) 606-6831
Resources & Links
District
El Segundo Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,563
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,622
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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