Richmond 9th Grade Academy serves 424 students in grades 9.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond 9th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richmond 9th Grade Academy's student population of 424 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richmond 9th Grade Academy is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
36%
24%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Richmond 9th Grade Academy?
The graduation rate of Richmond 9th Grade Academy is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Richmond 9th Grade Academy?
424 students attend Richmond 9th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Richmond 9th Grade Academy students are White, 36% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Richmond 9th Grade Academy offer ?
Richmond 9th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond 9th Grade Academy part of?
Richmond 9th Grade Academy is part of Richmond County Schools.
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