Serving 888 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richland County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Olney, IL, covering approximately 384.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 19.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland County Elementary School's student population of 888 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
888 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richland County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland County Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1561 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Richland County School Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland County Elementary School's ranking?
Richland County Elementary School is ranked #1561 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richland County Elementary School?
888 students attend Richland County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Richland County Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland County Elementary School?
Richland County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland County Elementary School offer ?
Richland County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richland County Elementary School part of?
Richland County Elementary School is part of Richland County CUSD 1 School District.
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