Average
#1439 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 45% in state
Richards Middle School
Middle School · Fraser Public Schools
33500 GARFIELD RD, Fraser, MI 48026
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,439 of 3,192
In Fraser
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Fraser Public Schools
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Richards Middle School
Richards Middle School is a public middle school in Fraser, MI, part of Fraser Public Schools. Richards Middle School serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Richards Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,439 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Richards Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Richards Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Richards Middle School — Students at Richards Middle School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.6/10.
How Richards Middle School Compares
See how Richards Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
33500 GARFIELD RD, Fraser, MI 48026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richards Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Huron Academy Grades 38 (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Clinton Township), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Algonquin Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Clinton Twp), a more accessible option. Additionally, Eastland Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Roseville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fraser, see our Fraser schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fraser High School Fraser | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Thomas A Edison Elem School Fraser | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fraser | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Salk Elementary School Clinton Township | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Arts Academy in the Woods Fraser | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elem School Fraser | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Walt Disney Elementary School Clinton Township | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Fraser | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Huron Academy Grades 38 Clinton Township | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Lucile S Patton Elem School Roseville | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Roseville High School Roseville | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Mark Twain Elementary School Roseville | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Ottawa Elementary School Clinton Twp | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Michigan Collegiate Elementary Roseville | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Eastland Middle School Roseville | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Rainbow Elementary School Clinton Township | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Wilde Elementary School Warren | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Black Elementary School Sterling Heights | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Algonquin Middle School Clinton Twp | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Macomb Academy Clinton Township | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,118
Median Home Value
$193,600
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
14,604
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
41.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew G Schmidt Middle School Fenton, MI | 6.5 |
| Coopersville Middle School Coopersville, MI | 6.5 |
| Gull Lake Middle School Richland, MI | 6.5 |
| Leon W Hayes Intermediate School Grand Ledge, MI | 6.5 |
| Otsego Middle School Otsego, MI | 6.5 |
| Parcells Middle School Grosse Pointe Woods, MI | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richards Middle School
What grades does Richards Middle School serve?
Richards Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Richards Middle School?
Richards Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richards Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Richards Middle School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richards Middle School rank in MI?
Richards Middle School ranks #1,439 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Richards Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Richards Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Richards Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richards Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Richards Middle School a charter school?
No, Richards Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richards Middle School a Title I school?
No, Richards Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richards Middle School?
50.3% of students at Richards Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 730
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Macomb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.7%
- Phone
- (586) 439-7400
Resources & Links
District
Fraser Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,535
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,938
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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