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Best Richmond Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,508 students in Richmond, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Richmond, IN are Charles Elementary School, Crestdale Elementary School and Westview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richmond, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Richmond have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Richmond, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2400 Reeveston Rd
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3441
Gr: PK-4 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Crestdale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
701 Crestdale Drive
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3415
Gr: PK-4 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1707 Sw 'a' St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3445
Gr: PK-4 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Vaile Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 S 14th St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3433
Gr: PK-4 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Nw 'l' St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3442
Gr: PK-4 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Starr Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
301 N 19th St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3426
Gr: PK-4 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Community Youth Services
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
315 Nw 3rd St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3430
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Richmond, Indiana

Richmond, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Baxter Elementary School (Closed 2005)
315 Nw 3rd St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3427
Gr: K-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Discovery School (Closed 2010)
900 S L St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3486
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Early Learning And Family Literacy (Closed 2013)
315 Nw 3rd St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3416
Gr: PK | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 94:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Highland Heights Elementary School (Closed 2013)
1751 East Chester Rd
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3408
Gr: K-6 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Kenneth A Christmon Stemm Academy (Closed 2014)
777 North 12th St
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 983-3709
Gr: K-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Paul C Garrison Elementary School (Closed 2013)
4138 Niewoehner Rd
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 973-3431
Gr: K-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Richmond, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Richmond, IN include Charles Elementary School, Crestdale Elementary School and Westview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Richmond?
8 public elementary schools are located in Richmond.
What is the racial composition of students in Richmond?
Richmond public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Richmond are often viewed compared to one another?

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