Serving 774 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Crest Hill, IL, covering approximately 5.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 774 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
774 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1378 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #1378 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaney-monge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
774 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Richland Gsd 88a School District.
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