Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richfield Dual Language School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richfield Dual Language School's student population of 507 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Richfield Dual Language School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richfield Dual Language School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1339 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
67%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
26%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richfield Dual Language School's ranking?
Richfield Dual Language School is ranked #1339 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Richfield Dual Language School often compared to?
Richfield Dual Language Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richfield Stem School, Centennial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Richfield Dual Language School?
507 students attend Richfield Dual Language School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Richfield Dual Language School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richfield Dual Language School?
Richfield Dual Language School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richfield Dual Language School offer ?
Richfield Dual Language School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richfield Dual Language School part of?
Richfield Dual Language School is part of Richfield Public School District.
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