Serving 469 students in grades 3-6, Richland Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Richland Upper Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Richland Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Upper Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#257 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
5%
Black
25%
47%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Upper Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Richland Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Richland Upper Elementary School?
469 students attend Richland Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Richland Upper Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland Upper Elementary School?
Richland Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland Upper Elementary School offer ?
Richland Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Upper Elementary School part of?
Richland Upper Elementary School is part of Rankin Co School District.
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