Richards Middle School serves 129 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which was lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Richards Middle School?
129 students attend Richards Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Richards Middle School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richards Middle School?
Richards Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richards Middle School offer ?
Richards Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richards Middle School part of?
Richards Middle School is part of Richards R-V School District.
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