Excellent
#452 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 21% in state
Richards Elementary
Elementary School · Whitefish Bay School District
5812 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#452 of 2,105
In Whitefish Bay
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Whitefish Bay School District
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Richards Elementary
Richards Elementary is a public elementary school in Whitefish Bay, WI, part of Whitefish Bay School District. Richards Elementary serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Richards Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #452 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Richards Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Richards Elementary — Students at Richards Elementary score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI 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: 9.2/10.
How Richards Elementary Compares
See how Richards Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5812 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richards Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stormonth Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BADER HILLEL ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Whitefish Bay, see our Whitefish Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Whitefish Bay | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| BADER HILLEL ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Whitefish Bay Middle Whitefish Bay | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Whitefish Bay High Whitefish Bay | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Nicolet High Glendale | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Whitefish Bay | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Parkway Elementary Glendale | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Stormonth Elementary Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Southeastern Milwaukee | 2.0 mi | — |
| Pratt Elementary Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| EASTBROOK ACADEMY Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| BADER HILLEL HIGH SCHOOL Glendale | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,044
Median Home Value
$426,100
Median Rent
$1,519/mo
Population
30,381
College Educated
73.3%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Hartford, WI | 8.0 |
| Belleville Elementary Belleville, WI | 8.0 |
| Cadott Elementary Cadott, WI | 8.0 |
| Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha, WI | 8.0 |
| Country Dale Elementary Franklin, WI | 8.0 |
| Dickinson Elementary De Pere, WI | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richards Elementary
What grades does Richards Elementary serve?
Richards Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Richards Elementary?
Richards Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richards Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Richards Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richards Elementary rank in WI?
Richards Elementary ranks #452 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Richards Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Richards Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richards Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Richards Elementary a charter school?
No, Richards Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richards Elementary a Title I school?
No, Richards Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richards Elementary?
0.9% of students at Richards 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
- 680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 963-3951
Resources & Links
District
Whitefish Bay School District- District Enrollment
- 2,831
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,918
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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