Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Richland Online Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Online Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Richland Online Academy's student population of 18 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Richland Online Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Online Academy is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%

Black
n/a
9%

White
100%
67%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Online Academy's ranking?
Richland Online Academy is ranked #453 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland Online Academy?
The graduation rate of Richland Online Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richland Online Academy?
18 students attend Richland Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Richland Online Academy students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland Online Academy?
Richland Online Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland Online Academy offer ?
Richland Online Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Online Academy part of?
Richland Online Academy is part of Richland School District.
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