Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richlands Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richlands Elementary School's student population of 591 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Richlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richlands Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1464 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)51%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
64%
42%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richlands Elementary School's ranking?
Richlands Elementary School is ranked #1464 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Richlands Elementary School often compared to?
Richlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacksonville Commons Elementary School, Northwoods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Richlands Elementary School?
591 students attend Richlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Richlands Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richlands Elementary School?
Richlands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Richlands Elementary School offer ?
Richlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richlands Elementary School part of?
Richlands Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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