Serving 895 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas 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 Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richter Elementary serves the entire school district in Dayton, TX, covering an expansive area of approximately 262 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richter Elementary School's student population of 895 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
895 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Motto
The mission of Dr. E. R. Richter Elementary is to educate all students to the maximum extent of their abilities and to challenge them to reach their full potential in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Richter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richter Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5458 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
59%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richter Elementary School's ranking?
Richter Elementary School is ranked #5458 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Richter Elementary School?
895 students attend Richter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Richter Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richter Elementary School?
Richter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richter Elementary School offer ?
Richter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richter Elementary School part of?
Richter Elementary School is part of Dayton Independent School District.
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