Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Elementary serves the northern part of Lynnville, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 247.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#447 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pulaski Elementary School, Culleoka Unit School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
520 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Giles County School District.
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