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Richards Elem.
West Plains, Missouri · Grades PreK to 8 · Richards R-V
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About Richards Elem.
Richards Elem. is a public school in West Plains, Missouri, serving pre-K through grade 8. Federal data for 2024-25 shows 389 students enrolled. That is about average in size for public and charter elementary schools in West Plains. With about 26 full-time-equivalent teachers, that works out to roughly 15 students per teacher. It is part of Richards R-V School District. The surrounding area is classified as a remote town more than 35 miles from a larger urban area, in Howell County. Within 5 miles there are 5 other schools, so families have nearby options to compare.
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School facts
| Address | 3461 County Rd 1710, West Plains, MO 65775 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (417) 256-5239 |
| School district | Richards R-V |
| Grades | PreK to 8 |
| Students (2024-25) | 389 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 26 |
| Students per teacher | 15 |
| Charter school | No |
| School type | Regular |
| Level | Elementary |
| Locale (NCES) | Town, remote, Howell County |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 292637001546). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does Richards Elem. serve?
Richards Elem. serves pre-K through grade 8.
How many students attend Richards Elem.?
Richards Elem. reported 389 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richards Elem.?
About 15 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 389 students and 26 teachers in federal data.
Is Richards Elem. a public or charter school?
Richards Elem. is a traditional public (non-charter) school.
What school district is Richards Elem. in?
Richards Elem. is part of Richards R-V School District.
Where is Richards Elem. located?
Richards Elem. is at 3461 County Rd 1710, West Plains, MO 65775. The phone number is (417) 256-5239.
How many other schools are near Richards Elem.?
There are 5 other schools within 5 miles of Richards Elem. in our directory.
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