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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

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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