For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,297 students in 94805, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 274 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 94805, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94805, CA are Mira Vista Elementary School, Caliber Changemakers Academy and Michelle Obama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94805 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94805, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94805, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mira Vista Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6397 Hazel Ave.
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 231-1416
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 231-1416
Gr: K-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Caliber Changemakers Academy
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 Oregon St.
Richmond, CA 94805
(707) 563-9827
Richmond, CA 94805
(707) 563-9827
Gr: K-8 | 975 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Michelle Obama Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
629 42nd St
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 231-1456
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 231-1456
Gr: K-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Lovonya Dejean Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Macdonald Ave.
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 231-1430
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 231-1430
Gr: 7-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94805, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94805, CA include Mira Vista Elementary School, Caliber Changemakers Academy and Michelle Obama Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94805?
4 public schools are located in 94805.
What percentage of students in 94805 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 94805 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94805?
94805 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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