Richardson Junior High School serves 607 students in grades 7-9.
Minority enrollment was 81% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
48 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
19%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Richardson Junior High School?
607 students attend Richardson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richardson Junior High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 16% of students are Asian.
What grades does Richardson Junior High School offer ?
Richardson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Richardson Junior High School part of?
Richardson Junior High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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