FORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ford Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Contra Costa Unified school district, located in Richmond, CA with about 448 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Ford Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ford Elementary School, located on Maricopa Avenue in Richmond, California, serves as a neighborhood hub within the West Contra Costa Unified School District. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing foundational education to a diverse student population, typically catering to grades PK through 6. The school is situated in a central residential area of Richmond, positioning it as an accessible site for local families and a key point of community engagement for the surrounding neighborhood.

Academically and operationally, Ford Elementary emphasizes standard core curricula—including English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—while often integrating programs designed to support English Language Learners and students requiring additional academic intervention. Like many schools in the district, the environment is shaped by efforts to foster inclusive learning and social-emotional growth. For parents and community members, the school serves as a vital resource for early childhood development and a preparatory ground for middle school education in the Richmond area.

For more information, contact Ford Elementary at (510) 231-1421 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.