What grades does Richards Middle School serve?

Richards Middle School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Columbus area.

Where is Richards Middle School located?

Richards Middle School is a urban school in Columbus, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richards Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Richards Middle School is 17.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Columbus, GA?

Schools in Columbus include Richards Middle School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Columbus area.

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Richards Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|Columbus, Georgia|Muscogee County

Columbus, GA 31906

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Fri

Student HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Fri

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break - Muscogee County School District

Nov

Wed

Veterans DayEventDistrict-wide

No School - Muscogee County School District

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Winter Break - Muscogee County School District

Jan

Mon

Martin Luther King Jr. DayEventDistrict-wide

No School - Muscogee County School District

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

809

Student:Teacher

17.2:1

Locale

Urban

District

Muscogee County

Econ. Disadvantaged

80.3%

Phone

(706)569-3697

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

59%

86th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

45%

69th percentile in GA

Chronic Absenteeism

7.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

194 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.4:1

Worse than average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

798

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

45.99

93% fully certified

Counselors

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,792

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,987

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,391

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 41%Local 41%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.8%

Below 150% poverty line

7.6%

Unemployment rate

11.7%

Uninsured residents

11.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,459

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,327

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,395 (32%)

Other Health Impairment

1,031 (24%)

Autism

656 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

433 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

365 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

117 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

799

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Sep 25, 2026

Student Holiday

No School - Muscogee County School District

Holiday

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Fall Break

Fall Break - Muscogee County School District

Break

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Veterans Day

No School - Muscogee County School District

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Muscogee County. Richards Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Muscogee County School District	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Student HolidayDistrict-wide No School - Muscogee County School District	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - Muscogee County School District	Break	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide No School - Muscogee County School District	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Muscogee County School District	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Winter Break - Muscogee County School District	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide No School - Muscogee County School District	Event	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Mid-Winter BreakDistrict-wide Mid-Winter Break - Muscogee County School District	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Muscogee County School District	Break	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last Day of School - Muscogee County School District	Event	—