Enrollment
500
Oregon · 2024-25 NCES data
Elementary school (grades K-5) · Central Point, OR
Richardson Elementary School
Federal NCES profile for Richardson Elementary School, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 35/100.
2024-25 NCES dataElementary school (grades K-5)NCES 410294000405
👥 S:T ratio 17
🌟 Gifted program 70
📋 Attendance 19
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
Richardson Elementary School earns 35/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 82% of Oregon schools.
- #3 of 6
- elementary schools in Central Point · Resource Index
- 35
- Resource Index · Typical
- 20.8:1
- large classes for Oregon
- 37.1%
- free-lunch eligible
Richardson Elementary School has class sizes larger than 82% of Oregon schools. Computed live against every Oregon school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, Richardson Elementary School ranks #3 of 6 elementary schools in Central Point, OR.
School address
District: Central Point Sd 6 · Oregon
NCES ID 410294000405 Verify on NCES CCD record →
Teachers (FTE)
24.0
Federal CCD staff survey
Students per teacher
20.8:1
vs 17.6:1 Oregon avg
+18% vs state
Free-lunch eligible
37.1%
vs 52.8% Oregon avg
-30% vs state
Student-teacher ratio in context
How Richardson Elementary School compares with Oregon and U.S. medians
What stands out at Richardson Elementary School
Richardson Elementary School is a mid-sized elementary school in Central Point, Oregon, enrolling 500 students.
Class loads run somewhat heavier than typical: 20.8:1 puts it in the larger third of Oregon schools by student-teacher ratio.
Economic need runs somewhat below the state's typical profile, with 37.1% of students eligible for free meals.
Enrollment of 500 puts it in the larger third of Oregon schools by headcount.
Its Resource Investment Index sits near the middle of the pack among 1,273 scored Oregon schools.
Against 156 statewide peers matched on enrollment and economic need, it ranks mid-pack at #92.
Its student body is led by White (76%) and Hispanic or Latino (16%) (diversity index 39/100).
Chronic absenteeism is elevated: 32.2% of students missed 10% or more of school days (2021-22 Civil Rights Data Collection).
The surrounding Central Point Sd 6 spends $13,095 per pupil, 28% below the Oregon average, a leaner-resourced district than most.
Among Central Point's elementary schools, it stands alongside Jewett Elementary School (607 students): Richardson Elementary School is smaller than that campus by headcount and runs heavier classes (20.8:1 vs 19.6:1).
Central Point Sd 6 also operates Scenic Middle School (774 students) and Jewett Elementary School (607 students) alongside Richardson Elementary School.
Sourced from NCES CCD, CRDC, and F-33 (federal records, not a quality verdict). How we source and compute this.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics Common Core of Data + CRDC + F-33 · 2024-25
How Richardson Elementary School compares
Richardson Elementary School on the metrics families compare, against Oregon and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Oregon | Oregon avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 20.8:1 | ▲ 18% | 17.6:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 37.1% | ▼ 30% | 52.8% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 500 | top 23% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
20.8:1
Leaner classes than 13% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
500
Bigger than 62% of US schools by enrollment, mid-sized for the country.
Equity indicators (what these measure)
Economic need
37.1%
free-lunch eligible
- 30% below the Oregon average of 52.8%
Below the 40% Title I threshold; federal aid targets individual qualifying students rather than schoolwide programs.
Staffing depth
20.8:1
students per teacher
- 18% above state mean
Top 82% in Oregon - lower ratio than 18% of state schools
Above 20:1, running heavier than the typical U.S. public school; staffing is comparatively stretched.
Engagement
32.2%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
Funding equity
$13,095
per pupil, district-wide
- below Oregon avg of $18,086
Well below the U.S. average per-pupil spend, a notably leaner funding position that may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors0.0 FTE
Student-support staffing from the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Discipline context
29
in-school suspensions + 9 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 5.8 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 7.6 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Overview
- Common Core of Data (June 2026): enrollment, staffing, and the student-teacher ratio above.
- Civil Rights Data Collection: discipline counts and program access (AP, gifted, special education).
- F-33 School District Finance Survey: the district-wide per-pupil spending figures below.
Three separate federal collections, each on its own reporting cadence - which is why this school's numbers line up on a consistent basis against every other school and state on this site, rather than mixing figures pulled from different survey years.
Student demographics
White 76.2%
Hispanic or Latino 15.8%
Two or More 6.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.4%
Asian 0.2%
Largest group: White at 76.2% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 39.0/100
Simpson diversity index - at 39.0, Richardson Elementary School is less mixed than the Oregon school average of 47.1.
Programs
Gifted & talented Yes
Funding & spending
District-wide per-pupil expenditure for Central Point Sd 6, which includes Richardson Elementary School.
$13,095
Per student
-28%
vs Oregon
Avg $18,086
-21%
vs U.S.
Avg $16,593
Revenue mix
Local 26.8%
State 61.8%
Federal 11.3%
Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey District-level finance · FY 2021-22 Per-pupil expenditure reflects the district-wide average. Individual school budgets are not reported at the federal level.
How Richardson Elementary School Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic Middle School | Larger | Higher economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Jewett Elementary School | Similar size | Higher economic need | Similar S:T ratio |
| Crater School of Business Innovation and Science | Similar size | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Crater Academy of Health and Public Services | Similar size | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Crater Renaissance Academy | Similar size | Higher economic need | Similar S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to Richardson Elementary School's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 774
- Students per teacher
- 27.6:1
- Resource Index
- 17/100
- Enrollment
- 607
- Students per teacher
- 19.6:1
- Resource Index
- 34/100
- Enrollment
- 496
- Students per teacher
- 33.1:1
- Resource Index
- 17/100
- Enrollment
- 487
- Students per teacher
- 28.6:1
- Resource Index
- 17/100
- Enrollment
- 470
- Students per teacher
- 21.4:1
- Resource Index
- 21/100
Similar elementary schools in Central Point
5 comparable elementary schools (grades K-5) serving the same city.
Jewett Elementary School
Standard public school
607 students 19.6:1 students per teacher
Central Point Elementary School
Standard public school
427 students 22.5:1 students per teacher
Madrone Trail Public Charter School
Standard public school
249 students 15.6:1 students per teacher
Sams Valley Elementary School
Standard public school
227 students 18.9:1 students per teacher
Rogue Primary School
Standard public school
154 students 38.5:1 students per teacher
Similar elementary schools statewide
Matched by enrollment size and by staffing ratio across all of Oregon, not just this city - a different peer set than the local comparisons above.
Similar enrollment (~500 students)
Similar student-teacher ratio (~20.8:1)
Next steps
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Frequently asked questions about Richardson Elementary School
How many students attend Richardson Elementary School?
Richardson Elementary School has 500 students enrolled. It is an elementary school in Central Point, OR.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richardson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Richardson Elementary School is 20.8:1, which is 18% higher than the Oregon average of 17.6:1 and 32% higher than the national average of 15.7:1.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at Richardson Elementary School?
37.1% of students at Richardson Elementary School are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Oregon average of 52.8%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of Richardson Elementary School?
The largest demographic group at Richardson Elementary School is White at 76.2% of enrollment, in Central Point, OR.
What is the Resource Investment Index for Richardson Elementary School?
Richardson Elementary School has a Resource Investment Index of 35/100 (typical reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 3 factors: student-teacher ratio, attendance rates. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does Richardson Elementary School rank among elementary schools in Central Point?
By Resource Investment Index, Richardson Elementary School ranks #3 of 6 elementary schools in Central Point, OR. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all elementary schools in Central Point on the city page.
Is Richardson Elementary School a good school?
Richardson Elementary School earns 35/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 82% of Oregon schools. This is a resource snapshot, not an academic rating; see the Resource Investment Index question above for what the number does and doesn't measure.
What other schools are in Central Point Sd 6?
Besides Richardson Elementary School, Central Point Sd 6 also operates Scenic Middle School (774 students), Jewett Elementary School (607 students), and Crater School of Business Innovation and Science (496 students). See the Central Point Sd 6 district page for the complete list.
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