Needs Improvement
#1942 of 1,992 schools in MN
Richardson Elementary
Elementary School · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
2400 17TH AVE E, North Saint Paul, MN 55109
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,942 of 1,992
In North Saint Paul
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
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About Richardson Elementary
Richardson Elementary is a public elementary school in North Saint Paul, MN, part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale. Richardson Elementary serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio.
Richardson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,942 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Richardson Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Richardson Elementary — Students at Richardson Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 1.9/10.
How Richardson Elementary Compares
See how Richardson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2400 17TH AVE E, North Saint Paul, MN 55109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richardson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Justice Alan Page Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER CATHOLIC (rated 6.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Saint Paul, see our North Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| 622 ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 0.3 mi | — |
| 622 Online High School North Saint Paul | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH SENIOR HIGH North Saint Paul | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC North Saint Paul | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| North Metro Flex Middle School North Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Lionsgate Academy AIM North Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| The Next Step North Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| COWERN ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Harmony Learning Center Maplewood | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood | 1.1 mi | — |
| 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY White Bear Lake | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Passages Transition Program Mahtomedi | 1.4 mi | — |
| Justice Alan Page Elementary School Maplewood | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| CASTLE ELEMENTARY Oakdale | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| HILL MURRAY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| South Campus Education Center White Bear Lake | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,759
Median Home Value
$291,200
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
34,266
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEACON ACADEMY Crystal, MN | 3.5 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Park, MN | 3.5 |
| EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Hopkins, MN | 3.4 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Bloomington, MN | 3.6 |
| Woodbury Leadership Academy Woodbury, MN | 3.6 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights, MN | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richardson Elementary
What grades does Richardson Elementary serve?
Richardson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Richardson Elementary?
Richardson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richardson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Richardson Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richardson Elementary rank in MN?
Richardson Elementary ranks #1,942 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Richardson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Richardson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Richardson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richardson Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Richardson Elementary a charter school?
No, Richardson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richardson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Richardson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richardson Elementary?
74.8% of students at Richardson Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 658
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (651) 748-6900
Resources & Links
District
North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale- District Enrollment
- 10,633
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,478
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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