Excellent
#153 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 7% in state
Richards Elem.
Elementary School · RICHARDS R-V
3461 COUNTY RD 1710, West Plains, MO 65775
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#153 of 2,221
In West Plains
#2 of 9
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Richards Elem.
Elementary School in West Plains · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Richards Elem.
Richards Elem. is a public elementary school in West Plains, MO, part of RICHARDS R-V. Richards Elem. serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Richards Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Richards Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Richards Elem. — Students at Richards Elem. score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Richards Elem. Compares
See how Richards Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3461 COUNTY RD 1710, West Plains, MO 65775
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richards Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAKERSFIELD ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Bakersfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GLENWOOD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 8.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 6.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Plains, see our West Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL West Plains | 2.0 mi | — |
| WEST PLAINS ELEM. West Plains | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| WEST PLAINS SR. HIGH West Plains | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST PLAINS MIDDLE West Plains | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. West Plains | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. West Plains | 6.6 mi | 8.3 |
| JUNCTION HILL ELEM. West Plains | 6.2 mi | 5.3 |
| GLENWOOD ELEM. West Plains | 8.0 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTH FORK ELEM. West Plains | 11.8 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs | 15.0 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Willow Springs | 15.0 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs | 15.0 mi | 4.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View | 17.9 mi | 4.4 |
| KOSHKONONG ELEM. Koshkonong | 18.8 mi | 7.5 |
| KOSHKONONG HIGH Koshkonong | 18.8 mi | 4.9 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Mountain View | 19.8 mi | 6.4 |
| DORA ELEM. Dora | 17.9 mi | 8.3 |
| DORA HIGH Dora | 17.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LIBERTY SR. HIGH Mountain View | 19.8 mi | 7.7 |
| BAKERSFIELD ELEM. Bakersfield | 23.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65775 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,854
Median Home Value
$177,700
Median Rent
$776/mo
Population
24,950
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 8.5 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur, MO | 8.5 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.5 |
| BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville, MO | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richards Elem.
What grades does Richards Elem. serve?
Richards Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Richards Elem.?
Richards Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richards Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Richards Elem. is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richards Elem. rank in MO?
Richards Elem. ranks #153 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Richards Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Richards Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richards Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Richards Elem. a charter school?
No, Richards Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richards Elem. a Title I school?
No, Richards Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richards Elem.?
63.9% of students at Richards Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Howell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (417) 256-5239
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDS R-V- District Enrollment
- 385
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,562
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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