RICHARDSON SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY

RICHARDSON SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the COLUMBIA school district, located in LAKE CITY, FL with about 517 students. 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 35 teachers, RICHARDSON SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

RICHARDSON SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY (RSGA), located in Lake City, Florida, serves as a specialized transitional school dedicated exclusively to sixth-grade students within the Columbia County School District. By focusing solely on one grade level, the academy creates a unique bridge between the elementary school environment and the more complex structure of middle school. The school’s curriculum and culture are designed to foster academic growth while helping students navigate the social and developmental changes typical of the early adolescent years.

The academy emphasizes a supportive learning environment that prioritizes student engagement and academic readiness. As part of the Columbia County school system, RSGA utilizes modern educational standards to prepare its students for the transition to seventh grade and beyond. By centering its resources on a single age group, the school is able to implement targeted instruction and extracurricular programs that specifically address the needs of sixth graders, ensuring they are well-prepared for the rigors of middle school life.

For more information, contact RICHARDSON SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY at (386) 755-8130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.