Richmond High School is a public high school in Richmond, Indiana, United States. It is the home of the Richmond Red Devils, who are members of the North Central Conference of the Indiana High School Athletic Association.
Serving 1,331 students in grades 9-12, Richmond High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richmond High School's student population of 1,331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Colors
Red, White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1296 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
8%
13%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond High School's ranking?
Richmond High School is ranked #1296 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Richmond High School often compared to?
Richmond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeastern High School, Centerville Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond High School?
The graduation rate of Richmond High School is 99%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Richmond High School?
1,331 students attend Richmond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Richmond High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond High School?
Richmond High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Richmond High School offer ?
Richmond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond High School part of?
Richmond High School is part of Richmond Community Schools School District.
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