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Richards Middle School

Muscogee County · Muscogee County · 2892 Edgewood Rd, Columbus, GA 31906.0

(706)569-3697

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10/10
#42
Rank 42 out of 462
Top 9%
English Language Arts9/10 · #76 · 84th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #1 · 97th percentile
Science9/10 · #68 · 84th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Richards Middle School stands out as one of the stronger middle schools in Columbus, with math scores that are genuinely exceptional — ranking in the top 3% statewide — making it a great fit for families who want their kids challenged and prepared for high school rigor. Columbus itself is a mid-sized city along the Chattahoochee River with a strong military presence thanks to Fort Moore, so Richards tends to draw a mix of long-time locals and military families looking for academic consistency during moves. If you're settling into the Muscogee County area and want a middle school that punches well above its weight, Richards is worth a close look.

Student Demographics

788 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
378 (48%)
White
202 (26%)
Hispanic
84 (11%)
Multiple Races
65 (8%)
Asian
57 (7%)
Other
2 (0%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged788 (100%)
Students with Disabilities70 (9%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,588
Enrollment
46.2
Teachers (FTE)
34.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #45 · 90th percentile

90 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found