Serving 1,114 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Richmond Hill K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond Hill K-8's student population of 1,114 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Hill K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Hill K-8 is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2169 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
86%
36%
White
8%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
98%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Hill K-8's ranking?
Richmond Hill K-8 is ranked #2169 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Richmond Hill K-8 often compared to?
Richmond Hill K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Gracewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Richmond Hill K-8?
1,114 students attend Richmond Hill K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Richmond Hill K-8 students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Hill K-8?
Richmond Hill K-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Hill K-8 offer ?
Richmond Hill K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Richmond Hill K-8 part of?
Richmond Hill K-8 is part of Richmond County School District.
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