Richardton-taylor Elementary School

Richardton-Taylor Elementary School is a small, rural middle school located in Richardton, North Dakota. The school serves students in grades five and six with an enrollment of just 51 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1, the setting allows for personalized attention and close relationships between teachers and students.

There are four full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting these young learners. Richardton-Taylor Elementary School is situated in a remote rural area, offering a tight-knit community feel where everyone knows each other. The school’s MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 places it at the 62nd percentile among North Dakota schools, with room for academic growth as reflected by its state ranking of 177 out of 457 schools and an academic score of 4.9 out of 10.

In terms of proficiency rates, 45% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 29% meet the same standard in Math. Richardton-Taylor Elementary School is a community-focused school set in a rural area where personal connections and support are strong.

With an enrollment of 51 students, Richardton-taylor Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Richardton-taylor Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.