For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,004 students in Richwood, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Richwood, OH are North Union Elementary School and North Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richwood, OH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in Richwood have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Richwood, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Union Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
420 Grove St
Richwood, OH 43344
(740) 943-3113
Richwood, OH 43344
(740) 943-3113
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Rank: #22.
North Union Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12555 Mulvane Rd
Richwood, OH 43344
(740) 943-2369
Richwood, OH 43344
(740) 943-2369
Grades: 6-8
| 356 students
Richwood, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12910 State Route 739
Richwood, OH 43344
(740) 943-2758
Richwood, OH 43344
(740) 943-2758
Grades: 4-5
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Richwood, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Richwood, OH include North Union Elementary School and North Union Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Richwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Richwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Richwood?
Richwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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