Overview

W D Richards Elementary School is a public school in Columbus, IN, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 11 elementary schools in Bartholomew Con School Corp.

School Rating

W D Richards Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Indiana with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


Neighborhood

3311 Fairlawn Dr
Columbus, IN 47201
School leader: Darin Sprong
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  • NA
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  • 7 /10
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  • 6 /10
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  • 6 /10
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