Serving 755 students in grades 3-5, Richardson Olmsted School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Richardson Olmsted School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of North Easton, MA, covering approximately 29.2 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richardson Olmsted School's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
755 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richardson Olmsted School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Olmsted School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#489 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Olmsted School's ranking?
Richardson Olmsted School is ranked #489 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Richardson Olmsted School?
755 students attend Richardson Olmsted School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Richardson Olmsted School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richardson Olmsted School?
Richardson Olmsted School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Richardson Olmsted School offer ?
Richardson Olmsted School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richardson Olmsted School part of?
Richardson Olmsted School is part of Easton School District.
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