Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northrich Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northrich Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Northrich Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Northrich Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northrich Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3936 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
24%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northrich Elementary School's ranking?
Northrich Elementary School is ranked #3936 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Northrich Elementary School?
345 students attend Northrich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Northrich Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northrich Elementary School?
Northrich Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northrich Elementary School offer ?
Northrich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Northrich Elementary School part of?
Northrich Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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