Richards Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8

2892 Edgewood Rd, Columbus, GA

Hilton Heights-Clubview Heights Neighborhood

Muscogee County Schools

3.6

3.5

809 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Lance Henderson

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1

Math Proficiency
42%

Reading Proficiency
49%

B+

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

49%

Math Proficiency

42%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

17:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

11.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Student Progress

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

418:1

Student Diversity

Male

52.1%

Female

47.9%

Black

51.3%

White

23%

Hispanic

9.6%

Asian or Pacific Islander

Two or more races

6.5%

Native American

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

School Rankings

#5 Niche Standout MS in Georgia

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Parent

3/27/2019

Diversity, good teachers, strong magnet program. Administrators are strong disciplinarians. Get quick feedback from teachers when I want to talk to them.

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4.0 parent

5/30/2023

My kid finished this year and feel proud as Richards student.The teachers were so friendly & my kids learning skills got improved nicely.

1.0 parent

12/7/2022

It's disgusting the restrooms are and the cafe is.The students are crazy and disrespectful. They fight, throw food , and curse too much . They cant even be quiet in a lockdown drill.

4.0 student

4/18/2022

I go to this school and am having a overall good time but mental issues are a problem that is caused mainly by bullying. Also, just for the record the mental health issues are not caused by teachers but by the students, so pick your friends wisely. If you do come to richards I recommend joining band...

5.0 parent

5/30/2019

Great school. My daughter loved her 6th grade year. She always had positive things to say about her teachers.

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List Price Range

$173K - $804K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$366,565

% Renters

51%

Average Household Income

$102,964

% of College Grads

43.2%

Median Age

Average House Size

4,579 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

70.6%

Homes for Sale

$214,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,322 Sq Ft

1232 Alta Vista Dr
New 10 days ago

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3 Baths
2,584 Sq Ft

2969 Roswell Ln
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5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,999 Sq Ft

2637 Sue MacK Dr

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2.5 Baths
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1448 Cypress Ridge Dr
New 3 days ago

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3 Beds
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2836 Cromwell Dr

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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,104 Sq Ft

2904 Iris Ct
New 4 days ago

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3.5 Baths
3,418 Sq Ft

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2 Baths
2,181 Sq Ft

3425 Tomahawk Dr

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5 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,586 Sq Ft

2000 Poplar Dr

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Melissa Thomas Coldwell Banker / Kennon, Parker, Duncan & Davis

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4303 Armour Rd

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Homes for Rent

$1,225 - $1,295 per month

Azalea Ridge Apartments
2 - 3 Beds
2 Baths
1,175+ Sq Ft

1400 Boxwood Blvd
Columbus, GA

Discover the epitome of modern living at Azalea Ridge, where our pet-friendly 2 & 3 bedroom homes feature stunning updates. Enjoy a spacious laundry room with washer & dryer, radiant white shaker-style kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel appliances with built-in microwave, designer lighting & hardwar...

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2 Beds
1 Bath

1256 Peacock Ave
Columbus, GA

Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautiful home yours. With beautiful hardwood floors and high ceilings, this home is a dream. The interior provides a spacious formal dining room, which makes entertaining an ease. Large windows allow for plenty of natural light. The large laundry room makes l...

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$714 - $1,264 per month

Gardenbrook
1 - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
984+ Sq Ft

3561 Hilton Ave
Columbus, GA

Gardenbrook Apartment Homes is located in a secluded area of the Lakebottom Historic area, about five minutes from everywhere. The property has a large, sparkling swimming pool. There is a laundry facility with a folding table complete with a drink machine. Our maintenance is on call 24 hours for an...

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2 Beds
1 Bath
987 Sq Ft

1348 Springer St
Columbus, GA

Welcome home to this adorable and well-maintained cottage offering comfort, character, and easy living. This bright home features beautiful natural light, neutral finishes, and a functional layout that makes great use of every space. Enjoy a welcoming front porch, updated windows, classic shutters, ...

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2 Baths
960 Sq Ft

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Columbus, GA

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806+ Sq Ft

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1 - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
600+ Sq Ft

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1,780 Sq Ft

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Club Hill Apartments
Studio - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
500+ Sq Ft

2840 Warm Springs Rd
Columbus, GA

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$2,000 per month

2 Baths
1,944 Sq Ft

1712 Marilon Dr
Columbus, GA

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Hardaway High School

9th to 12th
Public

C+

Columbus High School

9th to 12th
Public

A+

Jordan Vocational High School

9th to 12th
Public

C+

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Georgia Muscogee County Columbus 31906 Hilton Heights-Clubview Heights

Richards Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Columbus, GA and is served by the Muscogee County Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 809 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 49% are proficient in reading. Richards Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $366,565. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hardaway High School, Columbus High School, Jordan Vocational High School, and more. Learn more about what Columbus has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Richards Middle School.

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