Richland Elementary School serves 412 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95%
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94%
- Attendance Zone: Richland Elementary School serves the west part of Richland, MI, covering an area of approximately 45.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥95%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)90-94%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingwestwood Elementary School, Indian Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
412 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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 Gull Lake Community Schools.
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