Richmond Elementary School

N56w26530 Richmond Rd
Sussex, WI 53089
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 5% in WI
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Richmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Richmond Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#80 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
69%
40%
66%
38%
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
1%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Richmond Elementary School often compared to?
Richmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Country School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
412 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Elementary School?
Richmond Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond Elementary School part of?
Richmond Elementary School is part of Richmond School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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