Serving 439 students in grades 6-8, Richland County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland County Middle School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Olney, IL, covering approximately 384.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 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 14.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland County Middle School's student population of 439 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Stretch the Mind, Strengthen the Body, Show the Spirit
School Rankings
Richland County Middle 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 Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1192 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
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 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland County Middle School's ranking?
Richland County Middle School is ranked #1192 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richland County Middle School often compared to?
Richland County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albion Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richland County Middle School?
439 students attend Richland County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Richland County Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland County Middle School?
Richland County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland County Middle School offer ?
Richland County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richland County Middle School part of?
Richland County Middle School is part of Richland County CUSD 1 School District.
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