COLONEL RICHARDSON HIGH SCHOOL

Colonel Richardson High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Caroline County Public Schools school district, located in Federalsburg, MD with about 525 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 38 teachers, Colonel Richardson High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Colonel Richardson High School, located in Federalsburg, Maryland, serves as a central educational institution within the Caroline County Public Schools system. The school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core coursework, elective options, and extracurricular engagement. As a rural community high school, it plays a vital role in the local area by fostering a supportive culture that emphasizes student achievement, character development, and community involvement.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Colonel Richardson High School offers various programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, including opportunities for career and technical education and participation in athletic and arts-based programs. The school prides itself on its dedicated faculty and staff, who work to create an inclusive atmosphere that encourages students to pursue their individual interests. By maintaining a strong connection between the classroom and the local community, the school aims to equip graduates with the skills and confidence necessary to navigate their future academic and professional pursuits.

For more information, contact Colonel Richardson High School at (410) 754-5575 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

25320 Richardson Rd
Federalsburg, MD 21632-2403
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COLONEL RICHARDSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Federalsburg, MD with about 525 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
525
Teachers:
38
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 eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 525 students

White
62.9%
Black or African American
25.1%
Hispanic/Latino
5.9%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.