Best Richton Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 599 students in Richton, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Richton, MS are Richton Elementary School and Sand Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richton, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Richton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Richton, MS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
701 Elm Avenue, P.o. Box 568
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-6975
Gr: K-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
39455 Hwy 63 North
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Richton, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Richton, MS include Richton Elementary School and Sand Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Richton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Richton.
What is the racial composition of students in Richton?
Richton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Richton are often viewed compared to one another?

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