Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richmond School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richmond School serves the southeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond School's student population of 351 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2172 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Light Blue and Navy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond School's ranking?
Richmond School is ranked #2172 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Richmond School often compared to?
Richmond Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheridan School, Ad Prima Charter School, Webster School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Richmond School?
351 students attend Richmond School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Richmond School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond School?
Richmond School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richmond School offer ?
Richmond School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond School part of?
Richmond School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond School located?
Richmond School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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