Serving 809 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 809 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#484 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
46%
28%
Black
22%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #484 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
809 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Richland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 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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