Elementary Schools in Richland R-IV

The Richland R-IV school district in Missouri has only one elementary school, Richland Elementary, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. The school has faced some challenges in recent years, with its statewide ranking declining from 431 out of 908 Missouri elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 620 out of 906 in 2023-2024.

Richland Elementary's performance on state assessments (MAP tests) is generally below the state average, with proficiency rates in mathematics and English language arts (ELA) lagging behind the Missouri average. For example, in 2023-2024, the 4th grade mathematics proficiency rate at Richland Elementary was 35.6%, compared to the state average of 44.4%. The school also serves a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 100% in the 2022-2023 school year, indicating a significant level of economic disadvantage among the student population.

Despite these challenges, Richland Elementary has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.1, suggesting a focus on providing individualized attention and support to students. However, the school's below-average performance on state assessments indicates that additional factors, such as curriculum, instructional practices, and school leadership, may be playing a role in the school's academic outcomes. The data highlights the need for a deeper understanding of the challenges facing Richland Elementary and the development of targeted strategies to address the school's performance and support the success of its students.