Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rice Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 7%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rice Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rice Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)7%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rice Elementary School?
579 students attend Rice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rice Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rice Elementary School?
Rice Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rice Elementary School offer ?
Rice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rice Elementary School part of?
Rice Elementary School is part of San Carlos Unified District (4210) School District.
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