Serving 731 students in grades 7-12, Richland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Richland High School's student population of 731 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#373 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
7%
Black
28%
45%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Rankin County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland High School's ranking?
Richland High School is ranked #373 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Richland High School often compared to?
Richland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence High School, Pearl High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland High School?
The graduation rate of Richland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richland High School?
731 students attend Richland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richland High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland High School?
Richland High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richland High School offer ?
Richland High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland High School part of?
Richland High School is part of Rankin County School District.
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