Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richardson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Richardson Elementary School's student population of 575 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richardson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1563 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
42%
7%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
16%
12%
White
19%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Elementary School's ranking?
Richardson Elementary School is ranked #1563 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Richardson Elementary School often compared to?
Richardson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cowern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Richardson Elementary School?
575 students attend Richardson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Richardson Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson Elementary School?
Richardson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richardson Elementary School offer ?
Richardson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richardson Elementary School part of?
Richardson Elementary School is part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale School District.
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