Serving 1,102 students in grades 6-8, Richardson Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richardson Middle School's student population of 1,102 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Rankings
Richardson Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Middle School's ranking?
Richardson Middle School is ranked #572 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Richardson Middle School often compared to?
Richardson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Wood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Richardson Middle School?
1,102 students attend Richardson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Richardson Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson Middle School?
Richardson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richardson Middle School offer ?
Richardson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richardson Middle School part of?
Richardson Middle School is part of Springfield School District.
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