RATINGS

District GreatSchools Ratings

A larger number of schools in this district are rated below average in school quality.

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Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Richland 02 School District based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Student Progress

This district has a larger number of schools whose students are making less academic progress than their peers at other schools in the state.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in Richland 02 School District

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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 23, 2025
This teacher who’s last name is Easterling has been saying and going after my family member’s class and saying that they won’t have “snack” which is crazy because our students are paying whoever with... More
Review for Blythewood Middle School
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September 17, 2025
In the school, I was speaking from experience for three years ago when I was in third grade I was treated poorly. The kids were having inappropriate behavior towards me, stopping behind and touching... More
Review for Pontiac Elementary School
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September 14, 2025
This is an AMAZING school! I was there from kindergarten to 5th grade and it was really fun! The teachers are nice and their teaching strategies and rules are very good. The students there are really... More
Review for L. B. Nelson Elementary School