Richland Elementary School serves 426 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 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 90%
- Reading Proficiency: 92%
- Attendance Zone: Richland Elementary School serves the northwest part of Auburn, AL, covering an area of approximately 22.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To equip students to change the world.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)90%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)92%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Auburn Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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?
426 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% 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 16:1, which is lower than 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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