Serving 354 students in grades 3-5, Richmond Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Richmond Intermediate School's student population of 354 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Intermediate School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#523 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
31%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
59%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Intermediate School's ranking?
Richmond Intermediate School is ranked #523 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richmond Intermediate School often compared to?
Richmond Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Munhall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richmond Intermediate School?
354 students attend Richmond Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Richmond Intermediate School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Intermediate School?
Richmond Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Intermediate School offer ?
Richmond Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Richmond Intermediate School part of?
Richmond Intermediate School is part of St Charles CUSD 303 School District.
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