RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rankin County School District school district, located in Richland, MS with about 602 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 6th 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 34 teachers, RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY 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.

RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY, located at 175 Wilson Drive in Richland, Mississippi, is a key component of the Rankin County School District. Serving students in the upper elementary grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment. Its mission centers on building a strong foundation for student success, emphasizing both core curriculum standards and the development of essential social and life skills as students transition toward their secondary education years.

The school is committed to maintaining a strong connection with the local community and providing resources to help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Through its digital presence, the school keeps families informed about academic programs, extracurricular opportunities, and district-wide initiatives. By prioritizing collaboration between educators, parents, and students, RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY strives to create a safe and productive learning atmosphere that prepares its pupils for future challenges in their academic journeys.

For more information, contact RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY at (601) 939-2288 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

175 Wilson Drive
Richland, MS 39218
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RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Richland, MS with about 602 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
602
Teachers:
34.96
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 602 students

White
61.1%
Black or African American
23.9%
Hispanic/Latino
10.0%
Two or more races
4.0%
Asian
1.0%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

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.