Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richmond Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#585 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
40%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Elementary School is ranked #585 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richmond Elementary School often compared to?
Richmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Munhall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
385 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Elementary School?
Richmond Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richmond Elementary School part of?
Richmond Elementary School is part of St Charles CUSD 303 School District.
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