Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Richard Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Grosse Pointe, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Motto
Promote Innovation--Maximize Potential--Embrace Community
School Rankings
Richard Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Richard Elementary School often compared to?
Richard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kerby Elementary School, George Defer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Richard Elementary School?
313 students attend Richard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Richard Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Elementary School?
Richard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Richard Elementary School offer ?
Richard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richard Elementary School part of?
Richard Elementary School is part of Grosse Pointe School District.
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