Serving 500 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richardson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richardson Elementary School serves the southern part of Central Point, OR, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richardson Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
MRE Rams Radiate Passion, Potential, and Positivity
School Rankings
Richardson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
76%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Elementary School's ranking?
Richardson Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Richardson Elementary School often compared to?
Richardson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madrone Trail Public Charter School, Central Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Richardson Elementary School?
500 students attend Richardson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Richardson Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richardson Elementary School?
Richardson Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richardson Elementary School offer ?
Richardson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richardson Elementary School part of?
Richardson Elementary School is part of Central Point SD 6 School District.
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