RICHARDS ELEM.

RICHARDS ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RICHARDS R-V school district, located in WEST PLAINS, MO with about 414 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 24 teachers, RICHARDS ELEM. 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.

Richards Elementary School, located in West Plains, Missouri, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. Situated on County Road 1710, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of its students. As a smaller, community-focused school, it emphasizes the importance of a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage actively in their learning journey and build strong relationships with both their peers and dedicated faculty members.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Richards Elementary strives to prepare students for future success by integrating essential life skills and character-building initiatives into its daily operations. The school maintains a connection with the surrounding West Plains area, often serving as a central hub for families and local educational activities. By providing a structured and nurturing setting, the institution aims to ensure that every child—regardless of their starting point—has access to the resources and guidance necessary to reach their full potential within a tight-knit school family.

For more information, contact RICHARDS ELEM. at (417) 256-5239 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.