RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL

RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in RICHFIELD, MN with about 754 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, RICHFIELD STEM 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.

RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL, located in Richfield, Minnesota, is a specialized elementary institution dedicated to integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) into its core curriculum. Serving students in grades PreK through 5, the school emphasizes a hands-on, inquiry-based approach to learning. By fostering critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills, the school aims to prepare its students to excel in a rapidly evolving technological landscape while maintaining a strong foundation in traditional academic subjects.

As part of the Richfield Public Schools district, the institution prides itself on its inclusive community and commitment to equitable educational opportunities. The school utilizes its STEM-focused framework to engage students in real-world projects and interdisciplinary studies, often encouraging partnerships with local organizations and the broader community. With a focus on innovation and student-centered growth, RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL seeks to inspire curiosity and cultivate the next generation of researchers, engineers, and informed global citizens.

For more information, contact RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL at (612) 798-6600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7020 12TH AVE S
RICHFIELD, MN 55423-3300
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RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RICHFIELD, MN with about 754 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
754
Teachers:
42
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
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 754 students

White
37.4%
Hispanic/Latino
24.4%
Black or African American
17.0%
Two or more races
11.9%
Asian
7.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
44.3%
Male
55.7%

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.