Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Richton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Richton Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Rebels
School Rankings
Richton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richton Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#207 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
23%
47%
White
69%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richton Elementary School's ranking?
Richton Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Richton Elementary School often compared to?
Richton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Perry Elementary School, Sand Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Richton Elementary School?
299 students attend Richton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Richton Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richton Elementary School?
Richton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richton Elementary School offer ?
Richton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richton Elementary School part of?
Richton Elementary School is part of Richton School District.
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