Serving 845 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 845 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 1721 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
29%
21%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Station Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
845 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Richland Elementary School located?
Richland Elementary School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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