For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 849 students in Richland, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Richland, MS is Richland Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richland, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Richland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Richland, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland Upper Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 Wilson Dr
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-2288
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-2288
Gr: 3-6 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Spell Drive
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-4375
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-4375
Gr: PK-2 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Richland, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Richland, MS include Richland Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Richland?
2 public elementary schools are located in Richland.
What is the racial composition of students in Richland?
Richland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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