RICHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Richard Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Grosse Pointe Public Schools school district, located in GROSSE POINTE FARMS, MI with about 345 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 20 teachers, Richard Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Richard Elementary School, located in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, is a prominent member of the Grosse Pointe Public School System. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students while emphasizing foundational skills, critical thinking, and social-emotional development, all aligned with the district's high educational standards.
Beyond its academic program, Richard Elementary is known for its active parent involvement and a strong emphasis on cultivating character and citizenship among its students. The school benefits from the resources and reputation of the Grosse Pointe district, offering a blend of traditional instruction and modern educational practices. By maintaining a balance between rigorous academics and a nurturing atmosphere, Richard Elementary strives to prepare its students for middle school success and long-term personal growth.
For more information, contact Richard Elementary School at (313) 432-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GROSSE POINTE FARMS, MI 48236-3502
(313) 432-4900
http://www.gpschools.org/richard
RICHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in GROSSE POINTE FARMS, MI with about 345 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Grosse Pointe Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 345
- Teachers:
- 20.48
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 345 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending RICHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.
- White
- 91.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.