Richmond Elementary School

N56w26530 Richmond Rd
Sussex, WI 53089
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10/
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Top 5%
Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 410 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 5% in WI
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Richmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Richmond Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
410 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#80 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
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69%
40%
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66%
38%
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65-69%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
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Asian
3%
4%
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Hispanic
3%
14%
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White
92%
66%
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Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.15
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(22-23)
6.8%
24%
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Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
1%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
410 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Elementary School?
Richmond Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond Elementary School part of?
Richmond Elementary School is part of Richmond School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 410 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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