Best Schools in Richton, Mississippi
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Richton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sand Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Greene County School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Richton High School
High · Richton School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Richton Elementary School
Elementary · Richton School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Richton for 2026 are Sand Hill Elementary School (7.3/10), Richton High School (6.7/10), and Richton Elementary School (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$134,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$134,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +24.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Richton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Richton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sand Hill Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Richton High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Richton Elementary School | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $57,787
- Median home value
- $134,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Richton compares
Mississippi rank
#59 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$58k
111% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Richton, Mississippi
Richton, Mississippi is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Richton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Richton is Sand Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Richton is served by 2 school districts: GREENE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, RICHTON SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 2,238 students.
Richton's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,787. The poverty rate in the area is 17.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 300 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 299 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 284 students · 7th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Richton
Richton, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,787
Median Home Value
$134,400
Median Rent
$627/mo
Population
6,336
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Community Profile
Richton has a median household income of $57,787. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $134,400, with a median rent of $627/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Richton, Mississippi
How many schools are in Richton, Mississippi?
Richton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Richton, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Richton is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Richton, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Richton on MySchoolScout is Sand Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Richton, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Richton on MySchoolScout is Sand Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Richton, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Richton on MySchoolScout is Richton High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Richton, Mississippi?
Richton is served by 2 school districts: Greene County School District, Richton School Dist.
What is the education level in Richton, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Richton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Richton, Mississippi?
The median household income in Richton is approximately $57,787 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Richton, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Richton is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Richton, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.