Richland El School

338 THEATRE DR JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904

Top 10% School in Pennsylvania

Ranked 9 of 152 in Pennsylvania

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About Richland El School

Richland Elementary School in Johnstown is known as one of the best elementary schools in Pennsylvania. It serves grades K–6 and has about 811 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. It has strong academics, counseling, programs for gifted students, and support for students who are having trouble. It is in the top 20% of the state for reading (71%) and math (63%). Richland values diversity and inclusion, with 68% of its students being minorities. The school achieved a National Blue Ribbon award and was recognized with an A+ in Niche grade; it has experienced teachers, active families, and many extracurricular activities. The average home price in the area is about $342,500. Richland Elementary is one of the best elementary schools in Pennsylvania because of its long history, supportive environment, and high academic standards.

Contact Information

Address

338 THEATRE DR JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904

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Phone

(814) 266-5757

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 67%
Reading 71%
State average proficiency is 67% in Math and 71% in Reading.
53
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
811
Total Students
$69383
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 9 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Richland El School

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

9

of 152 in Pennsylvania

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 88.3%
Asian 2.5%
Hispanic 1.8%
Black 2.3%
Two+ Races 5.1%
Native Am. 0%
White
88.3%
Asian
2.5%
Hispanic
1.8%
Black
2.3%
Two+ Races
5.1%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 811
48.3%
392 Female
51.7%
419 Male

Student Population

811 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

736 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Richland Elementary School has won the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Award because of its commitment to education and student achievement.

FAQ

Q1. What is the story of Richland Elementary School?

Ans. Richland Elementary School, which opened in the early 1960s, has a long history of academic success and community service in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

Q2. How many different kinds of students go to Richland Elementary School?

Ans. Richland Elementary School has students from many different racial and cultural backgrounds, which reflects the community's mix of backgrounds.

Q3. What kinds of resources does Richland Elementary School give to its teachers?

Ans. Richland Elementary School has a dedicated staff of both male and female teachers who come from nearby neighborhoods to help students.

Q4. What kinds of clubs and activities are there at Richland Elementary School?

Ans. There are geography clubs, holiday programs, and technology projects at Richland Elementary School.

Q5. Does Richland Elementary School let students use technology to learn?

Ans. Yes, Richland Elementary School has modern tech labs, digital learning tools, and online resources that make learning in the classroom better.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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