Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Richton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Richton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Richton, MS, encompassing approximately 123.6 square miles. The zone is characterized by an average distance of 6.2 miles from the school to its boundary, with the furthest edge being about 8.8 miles away, typically resulting in a 10-15 minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Richton Elementary School's student population of 305 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Richton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richton Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
24%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
68%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richton Elementary School's ranking?
Richton Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Richton Elementary School often compared to?
Richton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Hill School, South Perry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Richton Elementary School?
305 students attend Richton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Richton Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richton Elementary School?
Richton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richton Elementary School offer ?
Richton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richton Elementary School part of?
Richton Elementary School is part of Richton School District.
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