Richfield reports 3,986 students on Oct. 1 snapshot; district down from projections, class sizes fall in elementary
Jan 6, 2026
District staff told the board the Oct. 1 enrollment count was 3,986 students — about 70 below projection and 131 fewer than last year — with elementary averages down to about 22.2 students. Leaders warned that reporting shifts in free/reduced rates could materially affect compensatory funding.
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District staff presented the October 1 enrollment snapshot and a multi‑year analysis at the Jan. 5 board meeting, reporting total enrollment of 3,986 students.
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