Serving 662 students in grades 6-12, Richland School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richland School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Richland School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland 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
#702 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 School's ranking?
Richland School is ranked #702 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Richland School often compared to?
Richland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeforth Middle School, Giles Co High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland School?
The graduation rate of Richland School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richland School?
662 students attend Richland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Richland School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland School?
Richland School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Richland School offer ?
Richland School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richland School part of?
Richland School is part of Giles County School District.
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