Serving 661 students in grades 7-8, Richards Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richards Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fraser school district, covering approximately 8.1 square miles in Fraser, MI. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 1.7 miles and the furthest edge located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richards Middle School's student population of 661 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Richards Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richards Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1239 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
16%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richards Middle School's ranking?
Richards Middle School is ranked #1239 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Richards Middle School often compared to?
Richards Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyandot Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Richards Middle School?
661 students attend Richards Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Richards Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richards Middle School?
Richards Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Richards Middle School offer ?
Richards Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richards Middle School part of?
Richards Middle School is part of Fraser School District.
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