Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, W D Richards Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
W D Richards Elementary School's student population of 608 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Big Dreams + Hard Work = Success!
School Mascot
Raiders
School Rankings
W D Richards Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W D Richards Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
3%
13%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W D Richards Elementary School's ranking?
W D Richards Elementary School is ranked #725 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are W D Richards Elementary School often compared to?
W D Richards Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, L F Smith Elementary School, Csa Fodrea Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend W D Richards Elementary School?
608 students attend W D Richards Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of W D Richards Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W D Richards Elementary School?
W D Richards Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does W D Richards Elementary School offer ?
W D Richards Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W D Richards Elementary School part of?
W D Richards Elementary School is part of Bartholomew Con School Corp School District.
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