Summary
Richland Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, Tennessee, serving 911 students in grades PK-5. As part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools district, Richland Elementary stands out as a high-performing institution, consistently ranking among the top 100 elementary schools in the state.
Richland Elementary's academic performance is exceptional, with proficiency rates in Mathematics, English Language Arts, and Science significantly exceeding the district and state averages across all grade levels. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school had a 71.8% proficiency rate in Mathematics, compared to 22.6% for the district and 42.2% for the state. The school also performs exceptionally well across diverse student subgroups, including female, male, Asian, African American, Hispanic, and White students, as well as students with special needs and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds.
Richland Elementary's success extends beyond academic achievement. The school maintains relatively low chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 6.6% to 29.5% over the past few years, which are lower than the district and state averages. Additionally, the school spends between $10,747 and $14,255 per student, higher than the district average, and maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15 to 15.9 students per teacher. These factors contribute to the school's ability to provide personalized attention and support to its diverse student population, enabling their academic and personal growth.
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