Serving 295 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 34%). 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 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (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 295 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Rankings
Richard Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
88%
63%
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
9%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 3,069 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 34% 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?
295 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 Black, 2% of students are Asian, 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 16:1, 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 (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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