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Best Richmond Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,387 students in Richmond, IN (there are 6 private schools, serving 619 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Richmond, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Richmond, IN are Charles Elementary School, Crestdale Elementary School and Richmond High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richmond, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Richmond have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Richmond, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2400 Reeveston Rd
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3441
Gr: PK-4 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Crestdale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
701 Crestdale Drive
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3415
Gr: PK-4 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Richmond High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
380 Hub Etchison Pky
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3424
Gr: 9-12 | 1,273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1707 Sw 'a' St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3445
Gr: PK-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Vaile Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 S 14th St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3433
Gr: PK-4 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Test Intermediate School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
22 S 22nd
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3412
Gr: 5-6 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Nw 'l' St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3442
Gr: PK-4 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #88.
Starr Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
301 N 19th St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3426
Gr: PK-4 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #99.
Dennis Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
222 Nw 7th St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3495
Gr: 7-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Richmond, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Richmond, IN include Charles Elementary School, Crestdale Elementary School and Richmond High School.
How many public schools are located in Richmond?
9 public schools are located in Richmond.
What percentage of students in Richmond go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Richmond are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Richmond?
Richmond public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Richmond are often viewed compared to one another?

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