Richland High School is a public secondary school in the northwest United States, located in Richland, Washington. The school was founded as Columbia High School in 1910 to serve the educational needs of the small town of Richland.
Serving 2,218 students in grades 9-12, Richland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richland High School's student population of 2,218 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Motto
Success is No Accident
School Rankings
Richland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richland High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#631 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
67%
47%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bombers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland High School's ranking?
Richland High School is ranked #631 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Richland High School often compared to?
Richland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland High School?
The graduation rate of Richland High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Richland High School?
2,218 students attend Richland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Richland High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland High School?
Richland High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richland High School offer ?
Richland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland High School part of?
Richland High School is part of Richland School District.
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