51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ

Ritch Elementary School (Closed 2013)

140 Bethel Church Rd
Hiram, GA 30141
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Ritch Elementary School serves 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥95% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 93%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 30% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (GA)
(11-12)
70-74%
81%
(11-12)
≥95%
93%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
17%
36%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% GA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 93% GA state average).
How many students attend Ritch Elementary School?
334 students attend Ritch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ritch Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritch Elementary School?
Ritch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ritch Elementary School offer ?
Ritch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ritch Elementary School part of?
Ritch Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.

Recent Articles

School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
Explore school choice vs. neighborhood schools in 2025. Learn key factors parents should weigh when deciding the best fit for their child.
Best School Match 2025: Public vs Charter vs Magnet
Best School Match 2025: Public vs Charter vs Magnet
Compare 2025 public, charter, and magnet school options with updated data, trends, and strategies to find the best fit.
Public School Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Public School Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Explore how public school boundaries shape access, equity, and opportunity for students in 2025. Learn the impact on families and education policy.

Quick Links