Richard Elementary School serves kindergarten through fourth grade students in the city of Grosse Pointe Farms with a public school education. Nurturing diversity and curiosity, the curriculum at Richard Elementary School revolves around programming established by Grosse Pointe Public Schools supplemented by technology use.
Kindergarten through fifth grades engage in problem solving and critical thinking skill development studying art, math, science, social studies and the language arts. Project-based learning experiences are designed to tap into several academic disciplines at once.
Richard Elementary’s “Raccoons” learn to draw, paint, sculpt and work with ceramics, printmaking and technology in art classes. Scholastic goals in art courses include: creating, presenting, responding and connecting.
Math studies investigate measurement, geometry, algebra, patterns, data and computing. The language arts include reading aloud, small group discussions, literary comprehension and writing poetry, stories and essays. Social studies focus on geography, economics, history and government.
Overall the curriculum at Richard Elementary is designed to be "culturally responsive" as well as 'flexible' to promote each student's maximum success. Students attending Richard Elementary enjoy an on-site library and newly appointed playground showcasing state-of-the-art equipment.
Committed to preparing young minds for middle school careers, Richard Elementary empowers students to reach their highest potential.
Richard Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-4
176 McKinley Ave,
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
Grosse Pointe Public School System
School Details
Head of School
Mr. John Kernan
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
72%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
72%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.5%
GreatSchools Rating
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
53.2%
Female
46.8%
White
88.6%
Hispanic
4.3%
Black
2.5%
Two or more races
2.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
10/27/2024
I would not recommend this school to anyone they don’t care about the students or family and the teachers always send home special needs kids to avoid dealing with them very frustrating
5/13/2022
Terrible school unhelpful teachers and staff. They don’t care to teach or show any interest in furthering students education levels. My son will not be attending this horrible school next year
7/16/2020
Poor. Teachers do the bare minimum, principal plays favorites among staff and students. Parents concerns are largely ignored or dismissed altogether.
4/26/2017
Love this school. Moved to GP for the schools and this school far exceeds expectations. Caring, wonderful teachers who challenge the kids. An amazing music program. The choir teacher is awesome and the 5th graders have an opportunity to learn an instrument. The 5th grade camping trip is the coolest...
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About Grosse Pointe Farms
List Price Range
$297K - $3.9M
Homes For Sale
17
Average Home Value
$663,044
Median Lot Size
7,187 Sq Ft
% Renters
6%
Household Income
$186,369
% of College Grads
77.1%
Median Age
47
Average House Size
2,444 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
11.3%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Ghesquiere Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Trails
Pier Park
- Boating
- Pool
- Tennis
Grosse Pointe Farms Dog Park
- Dog Park
Sweeney Park
- Soccer
- Playground
- Ice Skating Rink
Balduck Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Football
Kerby Field
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