Serving 256 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Richard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Richard Elementary School's student population of 256 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richard Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #213 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Richard Elementary School?
256 students attend Richard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Richard Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard Elementary School offer ?
Richard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard Elementary School part of?
Richard Elementary School is part of Grosse Pointe Public Schools School District.
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