Richland Elementary School

770 S Yarbrough Farms Boulevar
Auburn, AL 36832
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Richland Elementary School serves 417 students in grades Kindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 86%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 417 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : 90%
  • : 92%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Richland Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To equip students to change the world.

School Rankings

The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
(12-13)
90%
80%
(12-13)
92%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
26%
32%
White
54%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cary Woods Elementary School, Auburn Early Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
417 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 417 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : 90%
  • : 92%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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