Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Gibsonia, PA, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
Focused on learning for every student every day.
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#34 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
470 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Pine-Richland School District.
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