Below Average
#8132 of 9,539 schools in CA
Verde Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
2000 Giaramita St., Richmond, CA 94801
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,132 of 9,539
In Richmond
#15 of 31
public schools
In district
#34 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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Verde Elementary
Elementary School in Richmond · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Verde Elementary
Verde Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Verde Elementary serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,132 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Verde Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Verde 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.
Verde Elementary runs 24.6:1 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.
42% of students at Verde 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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Verde Elementary — Students at Verde Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.5%
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: 6.2/10.
How Verde Elementary Compares
See how Verde Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2000 Giaramita St., Richmond, CA 94801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Verde Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richmond College Preparatory (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nystrom Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dover Elementary San Pablo | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Lake Elementary San Pablo | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Peres Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Richmond High Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Bayview Elementary San Pablo | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 1.3 mi | — |
| Helms Middle San Pablo | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Middle College High San Pablo | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Leadership Public Schools: Richmond Oakland | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Greenwood Academy Richmond | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Richmond | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Richmond College Preparatory Richmond | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Nystrom Elementary Richmond | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
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 Verde Elementary
What grades does Verde Elementary serve?
Verde Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Verde Elementary?
Verde Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Verde Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Verde Elementary is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Verde Elementary rank in CA?
Verde Elementary ranks #8,132 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Verde Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Verde Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Verde Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Verde Elementary a charter school?
No, Verde Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Verde Elementary a Title I school?
No, Verde Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Verde Elementary?
78.5% of students at Verde 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
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.9%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1408
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #34 of 52
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