Richmond Charter Academy
Middle school in Richmond, CA · Contra Costa County Office of Education · Grades 6-8 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 43% of Richmond Charter Academy students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 17% met the math standard. In reading, that is 7 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 36% of Bay Area middle schools, and it ranks 1st of 2 public middle schools in Richmond.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | n/a | n/a | 43% | n/a |
| Math | n/a | n/a | 17% | n/a |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Charter Academy | 43% | 17% |
| Contra Costa County | 52% | 43% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 6th grade | 39% | 13% |
| 7th grade | 44% | 20% |
| 8th grade | 45% | 19% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Homes near Richmond Charter Academy
The typical home value in ZIP code 94804, where Richmond Charter Academy is located, is $566K, down 1.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby middle schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9 mi | Lovonya DeJean MiddleRichmond · Grades 7-8 | 12% | 9% | $694K |
| 2.8 mi | Fred T. Korematsu MiddleEl Cerrito · Grades 7-8 | 45% | 41% | $1.12M |
| 3.4 mi | Albany MiddleAlbany · Grades 6-8 | 79% | 69% | $1.24M |
| 3.7 mi | Helms MiddleSan Pablo · Grades 7-8 | 13% | 7% | $571K |
| 4.3 mi | Longfellow Arts and Technology MiddleBerkeley · Grades 6-8 | 68% | 66% | $1.16M |
| 4.8 mi | Martin Luther King MiddleBerkeley · Grades 6-8 | 71% | 66% | $1.26M |
School details
- Address
- 1450 Marina Way South, Richmond, CA 94804
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 235-2465
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Grades
- 6-8
- Students
- 292 (2025-26)
- Type
- Middle school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2012
- Website
- www.amethodschools.org
- State school code
- 07100740126805
Common questions
How did Richmond Charter Academy do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 43% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 17% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Richmond Charter Academy?
292 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 6-8.
How much do homes cost near Richmond Charter Academy?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94804, where Richmond Charter Academy is located, is $566K, down 1.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Richmond Charter Academy guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.