Serving 275 students in grades 3-6, Richland Center Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Richland Center, WI, encompassing approximately 262.1 square miles. Within this area, families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9 miles to the edge of the zone and a furthest boundary reaching 14.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland Center Intermediate School's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richland Center Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Center Intermediate School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1381 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Center Intermediate School's ranking?
Richland Center Intermediate School is ranked #1381 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Richland Center Intermediate School?
275 students attend Richland Center Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Richland Center Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Center Intermediate School?
Richland Center Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland Center Intermediate School offer ?
Richland Center Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richland Center Intermediate School part of?
Richland Center Intermediate School is part of Richland School District.
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