Serving 450 students in grades 6, Richardson Sixth Grade Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richardson Sixth Grade Academy's student population of 450 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Richardson Sixth Grade Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Sixth Grade Academy is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1593 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Sixth Grade Academy's ranking?
Richardson Sixth Grade Academy is ranked #1593 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Richardson Sixth Grade Academy often compared to?
Richardson Sixth Grade Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Academy, Fort White High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Richardson Sixth Grade Academy?
450 students attend Richardson Sixth Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Richardson Sixth Grade Academy students are White, 28% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson Sixth Grade Academy?
Richardson Sixth Grade Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richardson Sixth Grade Academy offer ?
Richardson Sixth Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Richardson Sixth Grade Academy part of?
Richardson Sixth Grade Academy is part of Columbia School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Before Holidays/ End 1st Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Classes (2025)/ Begin 2nd Semester
January 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
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