RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL

RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Richton School District school district, located in RICHTON, MS with about 293 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 31 teachers, RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL, located on Elm Avenue in Richton, Mississippi, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the local community. As part of the Richton School District, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience for its students, balancing rigorous coursework with extracurricular opportunities designed to foster both intellectual and personal growth. The school functions as a hub for the local area, emphasizing a commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education or entering the workforce.

The institution prides itself on maintaining a supportive environment that reflects the values of its small-town setting. By utilizing resources provided through its official website, the school keeps students, parents, and the community informed about academic calendars, athletic schedules, and district initiatives. Overall, RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL remains focused on cultivating a culture of academic achievement and community pride, aiming to equip its student body with the necessary skills to navigate their future endeavors effectively.

For more information, contact RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 788-9608 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

701 ELM AVENUE
RICHTON, MS 39476
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RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RICHTON, MS with about 293 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
293
Teachers:
31.22
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
7th Grade
8th Grade
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 293 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RICHTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
77.5%
Black or African American
18.1%
Hispanic/Latino
2.7%
Two or more races
1.4%
Asian
0.3%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.