Richmond Grade School

Richmond Grade School serves 404 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Richmond, Illinois, a small community in McHenry County. With 32 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.7 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 341st out of 3,819 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 91st percentile.

This impressive ranking reflects the school's 8.7 academic score, though ELA/reading proficiency rates show room for continued growth with 48% of students performing at or above grade level across all grades. Richmond Grade School draws families from a stable community where the median household income is $71,471 and home values average $297,700. The area has a low poverty rate of 7.5%, and 29% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

Located on Broadway Street, the school sits in a rural setting near the town center, providing students with a close-knit educational environment that combines small-town charm with solid academic foundations.

Located in a rural area, Richmond Grade School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.