Laura E Richards School serves 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Attendance Zone: The Laura E Richards School serves the southwest part of Gardiner, ME, covering an area of approximately 17.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laura E Richards School's student population of 219 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laura E Richards School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
3%
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Laura E Richards School?
219 students attend Laura E Richards School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Laura E Richards School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura E Richards School?
Laura E Richards School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laura E Richards School offer ?
Laura E Richards School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura E Richards School part of?
Laura E Richards School is part of RSU 11/MSAD 11 School District.
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