Serving 347 students in grades 6-8, Richwood Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richwood Junior High School serves the southeast part of Monroe, LA, covering an area of approximately 113.8 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richwood Junior High School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Richwood Middle School is to build bridges for the future by providing all students with 21st Century skills required to excel in a global society.
School Rankings
Richwood Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richwood Junior High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1127 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
97%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richwood Junior High School's ranking?
Richwood Junior High School is ranked #1127 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Richwood Junior High School?
347 students attend Richwood Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Richwood Junior High School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richwood Junior High School?
Richwood Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richwood Junior High School offer ?
Richwood Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richwood Junior High School part of?
Richwood Junior High School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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