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#6247 of 8,552 schools in TX
Richter EL
Elementary School · DAYTON ISD
P O BOX 248, Dayton, TX 77535
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,247 of 8,552
In Dayton
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
DAYTON ISD
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Richter EL
Elementary School in Dayton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Richter EL
Richter EL is a public elementary school in Dayton, TX, part of DAYTON ISD. Richter EL serves approximately 882 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Richter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,247 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Richter EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Richter EL — Students at Richter EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 5.2/10.
How Richter EL Compares
See how Richter EL 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
P O BOX 248, Dayton, TX 77535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richter EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AUSTIN EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINE BURR EL (rated 5.5/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LIBERTY EL (rated 5.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Liberty), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAYTON H S Dayton | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| AUSTIN EL Dayton | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| FREDDA NOTTINGHAM ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Dayton | 1.4 mi | — |
| WILSON J H Dayton | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| COLBERT EL Dayton | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| KIMMIE M BROWN EL Dayton | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| PREMIER H S OF DAYTON Lewisville | 5.8 mi | 3.9 |
| LIBERTY EL Liberty | 5.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Liberty | 5.9 mi | 5.4 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Liberty | 6.6 mi | 4.7 |
| CHRYSALIS SCHOOL Liberty | 6.6 mi | — |
| LIBERTY H S Liberty | 6.7 mi | 5.3 |
| HARGRAVE H S Huffman | 9.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HUFFMAN MIDDLE Huffman | 9.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ MIDDLE Richardson | 10.7 mi | 2.8 |
| ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ EL Richardson | 10.7 mi | 3.0 |
| PINE BURR EL Cleveland | 11.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SANTA FE MIDDLE Cleveland | 11.6 mi | 4.2 |
| SANTA FE EL Cleveland | 11.7 mi | 3.5 |
| HARDIN EL Hardin | 11.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,407
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
38,037
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richter EL
What grades does Richter EL serve?
Richter EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Richter EL?
Richter EL has an enrollment of approximately 882 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richter EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Richter EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richter EL rank in TX?
Richter EL ranks #6,247 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Richter EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Richter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Richter EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richter EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Richter EL a charter school?
No, Richter EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richter EL a Title I school?
No, Richter EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richter EL?
59.8% of students at Richter EL 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 882
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Liberty County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (936) 258-7126
Resources & Links
District
DAYTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,787
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,903
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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