Serving 907 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richland Elementary School's student population of 907 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
907 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
57 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Learning Today...Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Richland Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
31%
20%
White
50%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland Elementary School's ranking?
Richland Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Richland Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Station Elementary School, Campus School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Richland Elementary School?
907 students attend Richland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Richland Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Richland Elementary School offer ?
Richland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland Elementary School part of?
Richland Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Richland Elementary School located?
Richland Elementary School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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