Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richardson Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Richardson Park Elementary School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richardson Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Park Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
45%
19%
Black
21%
30%
White
28%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Park Elementary School's ranking?
Richardson Park Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Richardson Park Elementary School?
528 students attend Richardson Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richardson Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson Park Elementary School?
Richardson Park Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richardson Park Elementary School offer ?
Richardson Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richardson Park Elementary School part of?
Richardson Park Elementary School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
School Calendar
View the Richardson Park Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 19, 2024 (Monday)
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 20, 2024 (Tuesday)
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 22, 2024 (Thursday)
Schools Closed, Offices Open
August 23, 2024 (Friday)
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