Serving 844 students in grades 5-8, Richardson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richardson Middle School's student population of 844 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
844 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Richardson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2475 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
96%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Middle School's ranking?
Richardson Middle School is ranked #2475 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richardson Middle School?
844 students attend Richardson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Richardson Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richardson Middle School?
Richardson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richardson Middle School offer ?
Richardson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Richardson Middle School part of?
Richardson Middle School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Richardson Middle School located?
Richardson Middle School is located in the West Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in West Lawn.
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