Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Elementary School serves the northeast part of West Memphis, AR, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the RoCkEts
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #482 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bragg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
462 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of West Memphis School District.
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