Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#866 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #866 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laquey R-v Elementary School, Crocker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
261 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 13:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Richland R-IV School District.
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