Emilie Ritchen Elementary School, Oxnard CA (2026 List)

About Emilie Ritchen Elementary

Emilie Ritchen Elementary is a public school in Oxnard, California, that teaches kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. The Oxnard School District includes it. There are about 490 to 500 students at the school, and the student-to-teacher ratio is about 18:1, which is lower than the state average. This means that students can get more help one-on-one in class. English language arts and math are the main subjects taught, but students also learn science and social studies and get extra help through targeted support programs. About 96% of the students are Hispanic, which is the majority. This is similar to the people who live near the school. Recent test results show that about 28% of students are good at math and about 35% are good at English Language Arts. These numbers are a little lower than the average for the state. The amount of money spent on each student is about the same as what the district usually gives to public schools. Emilie Ritchen Elementary is in a neighborhood where people of many different cultures live.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 28%

Reading 35%

State average proficiency is 28% in Math and 35% in Reading.

27

Full-time Teachers

18 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

493

Total Students

$107356

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 3.85%

Asian 4.46%

Hispanic 88.24%

Black 1.62%

Two+ Races 1.83%

Native Am. 0%

White

3.85%

Asian

4.46%

Hispanic

88.24%

Black

1.62%

Two+ Races

1.83%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 493

44.62%

220 Female

55.38%

273 Male

Student Population

493 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

493 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Emilie Ritchen Elementary Contact Information

Address

1051 South A St., Oxnard, CA, 93030

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Phone

(805) 385-1572

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Website

oxnardsd.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 am–4 pm

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

As part of ongoing improvements to the school for the 2025–26 school year, Emilie Ritchen Elementary in Oxnard has recently finished Phase 1 of campus improvements. This included new classrooms, a piano lab, and a STEAM lab to improve the learning environment for students.

FAQ

Q1. Does Emilie Ritchen Elementary have programs for music or the arts?

Ans. Yes, the school offers chances for students to be creative through classroom instruction and special programs in the visual arts, music, and performing arts.

Q2. Are there any technology resources for students?

Ans. Emilie Ritchen Elementary integrates technology in the classroom, including access to computers, tablets, and educational software to support learning.

Q3. Is there a library or media center at the school?

Ans. Yes, the school has a library with a lot of books and other learning materials to help students improve their reading and research skills.

Q4. Are there clubs or groups for students to join outside of school?

Ans. The school has only a few extracurricular activities and student clubs. They focus on enrichment, leadership development, and getting students involved in the community.

Q5. What does the school do to keep students healthy and well?

Ans. Emilie Ritchen Elementary encourages health and wellness by offering nutrition programs, physical education classes, and counseling or support services when needed.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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