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#443 of 863 schools in MS
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Richland Elementary School
Elementary School · RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST
200 Spell Drive, Richland, MS 39218
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#443 of 863
In Richland
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#22 of 27
RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST
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About Richland Elementary School
Richland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Richland, MS, part of RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST. Richland Elementary School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Richland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #443 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.9
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Richland Elementary School Compares
See how Richland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Spell Drive, Richland, MS 39218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. Another option is LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Jackson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEEN'S CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richland, see our Richland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Richland | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY Richland | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Pearl | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| SHIRLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| WHITTEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 4.5 mi | 2.7 |
| FLORENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Florence | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
| LBFH CHILDCARE CENTER AND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DISCOVERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence | 5.0 mi | 8.3 |
| FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL Florence | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| FLORENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Florence | 4.9 mi | 8.9 |
| REIMAGINE PREP Jackson | 4.9 mi | 5.3 |
| STEEN'S CREEK ELEMENTARY Florence | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| PEEPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 4.9 mi | 3.7 |
| LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 5.2 mi | 8.2 |
| KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pearl | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PEARL LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pearl | 5.7 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW VINEYARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER Jackson | 5.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF BYRAM KDGN/DAYCARE Byram | 5.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,103
Median Home Value
$135,100
Median Rent
$1,146/mo
Population
6,786
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BIGGERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Corinth, MS | 6.5 |
| CHRIST COVENANT SCHOOL Ridgeland, MS | 6.5 |
| POPLARVILLE LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poplarville, MS | 6.5 |
| R H BEARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sumner, MS | 6.5 |
| SOUTH PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beaumont, MS | 6.5 |
| BOWMAR AVENUE SCHOOL Vicksburg, MS | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richland Elementary School
What grades does Richland Elementary School serve?
Richland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
Richland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Richland Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richland Elementary School rank in MS?
Richland Elementary School ranks #443 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Richland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Richland Elementary 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.
Is Richland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Richland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Richland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richland Elementary School?
77.8% of students at Richland Elementary 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rankin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (601) 939-4375
Resources & Links
District
RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 18,485
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,323
- District Rank
- #22 of 27
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