Serving 1,101 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richland County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland County Elementary School's student population of 1,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richland County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland County Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1289 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland County Elementary School's ranking?
Richland County Elementary School is ranked #1289 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richland County Elementary School?
1,101 students attend Richland County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Richland County Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland County Elementary School?
Richland County Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richland County Elementary School offer ?
Richland County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richland County Elementary School part of?
Richland County Elementary School is part of Richland County CUSD 1 School District.
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