Serving 633 students in grades 6-12, Richland School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Richland School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
School Rankings
Richland School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#745 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
88%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland School's ranking?
Richland School is ranked #745 out of 1,728 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 Giles Co High School, Bridgeforth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richland School?
633 students attend Richland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Richland School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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