For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 566 students in Richmond, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Richmond, KS are Central Heights Elementary School and Central Heights High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richmond, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Richmond have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Richmond, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Heights Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3521 Ellis Road
Richmond, KS 66080
(785) 869-3355
Richmond, KS 66080
(785) 869-3355
Grades: PK-5
| 242 students
Rank: #22.
Central Heights High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3521 Ellis Road
Richmond, KS 66080
(785) 869-3455
Richmond, KS 66080
(785) 869-3455
Grades: 6-12
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Richmond, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Richmond, KS include Central Heights Elementary School and Central Heights High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Richmond?
2 public elementary schools are located in Richmond.
What is the racial composition of students in Richmond?
Richmond public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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