RICHMOND SCHOOL

Richmond Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 606 students offering grade levels from 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 34 teachers, Richmond Sch 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.

Richmond Elementary School, located at 2944 Belgrade Street in the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a long-standing public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 8. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school operates within a historic community that has deep roots in the city's industrial past. The school building itself is a recognizable fixture in the neighborhood, serving as a primary educational anchor for local families and reflecting the tight-knit, multi-generational character of the surrounding area.

Academically and culturally, Richmond School focuses on providing a foundational education for its diverse student body. Like many neighborhood schools in Philadelphia, it strives to balance core curriculum requirements with efforts to foster a supportive learning environment. The school plays an integral role in the Port Richmond community, often acting as a hub for local families and participating in district-wide initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes, school safety, and community engagement.

For more information, contact Richmond Sch at (215) 291-4718 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.