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Richards Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 756 students

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4 stars

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Posted November 5, 2012

i loved this school! however, it may not be that great if you are a new student. most of the students have been together since kindergarten, and i'm not sure if they're willing to let you in to their group.


Posted August 16, 2009

A grate school full of wonderful enriching teachers i hate to leave next year
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 14, 2009

I went to Richards for 6th grade. I thought it was okay. The teachers were sort of mean and alot of the students were too. The best part in the school day (other than going home) was connections. IF I got to choose I would not go there again
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 1, 2009

I was a student at Richards for 6th and 7th grade. You may be asking why not 8th. Richards is an 'OK' school, but even as a gifted student in the I.B program I was not challenged. Most of the teachers were unfair and picked favorites for the year. I would not reccommend this school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 10, 2008

I am inpressed with the school's safety and education!
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 29, 2008

This school is the best and as a former student I can say that they have the best teachers and their academic system is tremendous
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 8, 2008

I am also very impressed with the I.B. program that Richard's offers. My daughter is challenged and I feel it is bringing her to a new academic level! It is exciting to be part of such a good program. I do believe however, that there needs to be more disicpline in some areas.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 19, 2004

I have been very impressed with how my daughter, who is gifted, has been challenged in the international baccalaureate program. As a parent, i don't want her to be bored, and even though she is smart, she is always learning something new and is being pushed to excel. This is the type of academic situation that gifted child needs to have and at richards, she is getting just that from caring, and teachers who are highly skilled in their field.
—Submitted by Lisa Cowart, a parent


Posted July 1, 2004

This school could improve on discipline, but the teachers are great.
—Submitted by a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 92% in 2012.

264 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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89%

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85%

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88%

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88%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

266 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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74%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
71%

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75%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 96% in 2012.

266 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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96%

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90%

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89%

2009

 
 
86%
Science

The state average for Science was 73% in 2012.

262 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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71%

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67%

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69%

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73%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 73% in 2012.

258 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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73%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
63%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 93% in 2012.

257 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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92%

2011

 
 
87%

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86%

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87%
Math

The state average for Math was 91% in 2012.

259 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 94% in 2012.

261 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
84%
Science

The state average for Science was 85% in 2012.

256 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
67%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 78% in 2012.

252 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
64%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 95% in 2012.

223 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
93%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

224 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 96% in 2012.

224 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
90%
Science

The state average for Science was 74% in 2012.

220 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
59%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 77% in 2012.

222 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
63%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 82% in 2012.

206 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
71%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Middle Grades Writing Assessment (MGWA) to students in grades 5 and 8. The MGWA is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

9th Grade Literature

The state average for 9th Grade Literature was 84% in 2012.

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Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 63% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%
American Literature

The state average for American Literature was 89% in 2012.

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Biology

The state average for Biology was 73% in 2012.

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Economics

The state average for Economics was 77% in 2012.

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Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 74% in 2012.

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Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 65% in 2012.

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Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 54% in 2012.

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Physical Science

The state average for Physical Science was 78% in 2012.

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U.S. History

The state average for U.S. History was 68% in 2012.

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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) in 9th grade math levels 1 and 2, biology, United States history, physical science, American literature and economics. The EOCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 58% 38%
White 38% 46%
Hispanic 2% 10%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 1%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 62%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 10%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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2892 Edgewood Rd
Columbus, GA 31906
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Phone: (706) 569-3697

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