Richland Avenue Elementary School

Richland is a wonderful school and a gem tucked away in a residential neighborhood. It is a small school with a large campus and large heart. I always feel welcome on campus, in the parent groups and in my child's classroom. I couldn't ask for a better elementary school experience for my child.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter, who is now finishing her school year at Richland's pre-K program, LOVES this school and can't wait to start kindergarten, which is a testament to the wonderful teaching staff as well as the nurturing school environment. There is a charming, small-town, but progressive, vibe to this school that I've not found elsewhere--and I'm also a step-parent of an older child who attended (on permit) a 10 out of 10 rated elementary school in Bel Air. In terms of the sense of community and the respectful manners and leadership skills I've seen demonstrated by the kids I've observed on the Richland school yard and during events, Richland is a top-notch, classy school with parents who place a high value on academics as well as raising compassionate, poised, values-based kids. We also love the 1+acre school teaching garden and the CSA organic produce program organized by the booster club.
--Submitted by a parent

I have 2 boys who attend Richland Ave. and LOVE it. There are so many great aspects about this small, community, neighborhood school. I have a 5th grader who started in Kindergarten and now i have a new one in Transitional Kinder. My 5th grader is top of his class and has excelled each year. I attribute this to the phenomenal teaching staff who care about the individuality of the children. My TK boy has already learned how to read and is thrilled by all the extracurricular activities he gets to participate in. The school is academic as well as filled with a variety of art programs and a fabulous after school program where the kids continue to learn as well as play sports, games, art and more. It's a little gem of a school that not many people know about!!!!
--Submitted by a parent

My son is absolutely thriving at this great neighborhood school. A small student body, huge campus, and great teachers is any parents dream. Plus they have an excellent Transitional Kindergarten program. We are very, very happy our child attends Richland Avenue...GO TIGERS!
--Submitted by a parent

After being hesitant of what has falsely been portrayed about this wonderful, small school, I sent my son to Transitional Kinder w/ Mrs K and we could not be happier and feel more fortunate to have this great school in our neighborhood. With only about 250 kids, set in a very cute neighborhood where everyone at the school knows each other's name and strives to make this a memorable and valuable school experience for the students, I am glad we made the decision to utilize our neighborhood public school. So far this year, we've had a fair, Bob Baker's marionnette puppet show, gardening activities, picnics and much more. The teacher had us at day one when she sent us home a cotton ball, a bag of tea and a tissue symbolizing the softness of our children, tea to relax with while we miss our kids and a tissue in case we shed some tears as our kids start school. (so nurturing and thoughtful, dont you think? I recommend this school and hope our neighborhood families come join the rest of us who love Richland!
--Submitted by a parent

Disappointing compared to the other schools in the area. Needs better leadership. Some parents are VERY involved, which is a good start.
--Submitted by a parent

Transitional Kinder class is very useful and my son loves this class. And Teacher Mrs.K is so kindness and great!!
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers and assistants in the Pre-K have been very helpful in preparing my nephew who has special needs for Kindergarten. They are patient, kind, and they bring happiness and laughter to the classroom.

small school but have teachers with big hearts. i love the principal who is very accessible
--Submitted by a parent

THIS IS A VERY SMALL SCHOOL, WITH WONDERFUL TEACHERS AND STAFF. PLEASE HELP SAVE IT FROM BUDGET CRISIS.
--Submitted by a parent