Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pulaski Elementary School, Culleoka Unit School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
506 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Giles County School District.
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