Richland Elementary School serves 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95%
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥95%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)90-94%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Prairie Elementary School, Kingwestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
419 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Gull Lake Community Schools School District.
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