Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richardson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richardson Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richardson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
7%
17%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Elementary School's ranking?
Richardson Elementary School is ranked #827 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Richardson Elementary School?
346 students attend Richardson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Richardson Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Richardson Elementary School offer ?
Richardson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richardson Elementary School part of?
Richardson Elementary School is part of Cuyahoga Falls City School District.
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