Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Richardson Prep Hi Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Prep Hi Middle School's ranking?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is ranked #473 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richardson Prep Hi Middle School often compared to?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buena Vista Arts-integrated, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richardson Prep Hi Middle School?
595 students attend Richardson Prep Hi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Richardson Prep Hi Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson Prep Hi Middle School?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richardson Prep Hi Middle School offer ?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richardson Prep Hi Middle School part of?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Richardson Prep Hi Middle School located?
Richardson Prep Hi Middle School is located in the Lytle Creek neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lytle Creek.
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