Serving 798 students in grades 6-8, Richards Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richards Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richards Middle School's student population of 798 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richards Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richards Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
23%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richards Middle School's ranking?
Richards Middle School is ranked #332 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Richards Middle School often compared to?
Richards Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aaron Cohn Middle School, Veterans Memorial Middle School, Rainey Mccullers School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Richards Middle School?
798 students attend Richards Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Richards Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richards Middle School?
Richards Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richards Middle School offer ?
Richards Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richards Middle School part of?
Richards Middle School is part of Muscogee County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2020
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