Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Richmond Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richmond Elementary School's student population of 356 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richmond Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#60 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
n/a
3%
White
93%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District #401
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
356 students attend Richmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Richmond Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richmond Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond Elementary School part of?
Richmond Elementary School is part of Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District #401.
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