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#196 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% in state

Richmond Intermediate Sch

Elementary School · St Charles CUSD 303

300 S 12th St, Saint Charles, IL 60174

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#196 of 3,813

In Saint Charles

#2 of 13

public schools

In district

#3 of 15

St Charles CUSD 303

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Richmond Intermediate Sch

8.9/10

Elementary School in Saint Charles · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ferson Creek School

8.8/10

Saint Charles, IL. Compare side by side with Richmond Intermediate Sch before ruling this option in or out.

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8.8/10

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About Richmond Intermediate Sch

Richmond Intermediate Sch is a public elementary school in Saint Charles, IL, part of St Charles CUSD 303. Richmond Intermediate Sch serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Richmond Intermediate Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Richmond Intermediate Sch show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,044
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Richmond Intermediate Sch — Students at Richmond Intermediate Sch score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2022
ELA
45%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Richmond Intermediate Sch Compares

See how Richmond Intermediate Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 S 12th St, Saint Charles, IL 60174

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richmond Intermediate Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Primary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wild Rose Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Munhall Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saint Charles, see our Saint Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Thompson Middle School Saint Charles 0.3 mi 8.8
Davis Primary School Saint Charles 0.6 mi 9.1
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF GENEVA Geneva 1.0 mi
Wild Rose Elem School Saint Charles 1.1 mi 8.7
Geneva Community High School Geneva 1.2 mi 8.9
Williamsburg Elem School Geneva 1.4 mi 7.4
Lincoln Elem School Saint Charles 1.1 mi 8.0
ST PETER SCHOOL Geneva 1.5 mi 6.3
Heartland Elementary School Geneva 2.0 mi 6.8
Munhall Elem School Saint Charles 1.8 mi 8.5
MANSIO MENS MONTESSORI OF GENEVA Geneva 2.1 mi
Western Avenue Elem School Geneva 2.6 mi 5.3
St Charles North High School Saint Charles 2.8 mi 8.5
Harrison Street Elem School Geneva 2.3 mi 4.9
Geneva Middle Sch North Geneva 2.9 mi 6.7
Illinois Youth Ctr - St Charles Saint Charles 2.4 mi 8.3
Geneva Middle Sch South Geneva 3.0 mi 6.2
St Charles East High School Saint Charles 2.7 mi 8.6
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES Saint Charles 2.6 mi
Wredling Middle School Saint Charles 3.0 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60174 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,408

Median Home Value

$348,100

Median Rent

$1,738/mo

Population

30,481

College Educated

48.8%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

41.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Arnett C Lines Elem School Barrington, IL 8.9
Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove, IL 8.9
Eisenhower Academy Joliet, IL 8.9
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park, IL 8.9
Kingsley Elementary School Evanston, IL 8.9
LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan, IL 8.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richmond Intermediate Sch

What grades does Richmond Intermediate Sch serve?

Richmond Intermediate Sch serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Richmond Intermediate Sch?

Richmond Intermediate Sch has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richmond Intermediate Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Richmond Intermediate Sch is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richmond Intermediate Sch rank in IL?

Richmond Intermediate Sch ranks #196 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Richmond Intermediate Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Richmond Intermediate Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Richmond Intermediate Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richmond Intermediate Sch has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Richmond Intermediate Sch a charter school?

No, Richmond Intermediate Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Richmond Intermediate Sch a Title I school?

No, Richmond Intermediate Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richmond Intermediate Sch?

44.8% of students at Richmond Intermediate Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Richmond Intermediate Sch stack up?

Ferson Creek School
8.8

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

St Charles CUSD 303
District Enrollment
11,699
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,044
District Rank
#3 of 15

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