Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Essex, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 134.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6 out of 2076 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
89%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
158 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Richland R-I School District.
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