Richard Elementary School serves kindergarten through fourth grade students in the city of Grosse Pointe Farms with a public school education. Nurturing diversity and curiosity, the curriculum at Richard Elementary School revolves around programming established by Grosse Pointe Public Schools supplemented by technology use.
Kindergarten through fifth grades engage in problem solving and critical thinking skill development studying art, math, science, social studies and the language arts. Project-based learning experiences are designed to tap into several academic disciplines at once.
Richard Elementary’s “Raccoons” learn to draw, paint, sculpt and work with ceramics, printmaking and technology in art classes. Scholastic goals in art courses include: creating, presenting, responding and connecting.
Math studies investigate measurement, geometry, algebra, patterns, data and computing. The language arts include reading aloud, small group discussions, literary comprehension and writing poetry, stories and essays. Social studies focus on geography, economics, history and government.
Overall the curriculum at Richard Elementary is designed to be "culturally responsive" as well as 'flexible' to promote each student's maximum success. Students attending Richard Elementary enjoy an on-site library and newly appointed playground showcasing state-of-the-art equipment.
Committed to preparing young minds for middle school careers, Richard Elementary empowers students to reach their highest potential.
Richard Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-4
176 McKinley Ave,
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
Grosse Pointe Public School System
School Details
Head of School
Mr. John Kernan
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
74%
Reading Proficiency
76%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
76%
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Math Proficiency
74%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
18
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Full Time Teachers
18
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Teachers in First or Second Year
8.5%
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GreatSchools Rating
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
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Male
52.4%
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Female
47.6%
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White
88.5%
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Two or more races
3.3%
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Black
2.7%
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Hispanic
2.7%
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Asian
1.5%
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Native American
1.2%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
6/29/2026
I’ve had 3 kids go through Richard and all have had wonderful experiences. Class size can get a little large but I recommend anyone who moves to the area to send their kids to Richard.
10/27/2024
I would not recommend this school to anyone they don’t care about the students or family and the teachers always send home special needs kids to avoid dealing with them very frustrating
5/13/2022
Terrible school unhelpful teachers and staff. They don’t care to teach or show any interest in furthering students education levels. My son will not be attending this horrible school next year
7/16/2020
Poor. Teachers do the bare minimum, principal plays favorites among staff and students. Parents concerns are largely ignored or dismissed altogether.
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$330K - $2.6M
Homes For Sale
33
Average Home Value
$710,854
Median Lot Size
7,187 Sq Ft
% Renters
6%
Average Household Income
$186,369
% of College Grads
77.1%
Median Age
47
Average House Size
2,472 Sq Ft
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Ghesquiere Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Trails
Pier Park
- Boating
- Pool
- Tennis
Grosse Pointe Farms Dog Park
- Dog Park
Sweeney Park
- Soccer
- Playground
- Ice Skating Rink
Balduck Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Football
Kerby Field
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Richard Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-4 in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, in the Grosse Pointe Farms neighborhood, and is served by the Grosse Pointe Public School System in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 313 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 74% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 76% are proficient in reading. Richard Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $710,854. Discover additional schools in the area, like Grosse Pointe South High School, East English Village Preparatory Academy, University Liggett School, and more. Learn more about what Grosse Pointe Farms has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Richard Elementary School.