Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richardson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richardson Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Richardson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Elementary School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#996 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
65%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson Elementary School's ranking?
Richardson Elementary School is ranked #996 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Richardson Elementary School?
340 students attend Richardson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Richardson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson Elementary School?
Richardson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richardson Elementary School offer ?
Richardson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richardson Elementary School part of?
Richardson Elementary School is part of Cuyahoga Falls City School District.
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