Serving 1,040 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice's student population of 1,040 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2304 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
50%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice's ranking?
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is ranked #2304 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice often compared to?
Rice Sch /la Escuela Riceis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan K-8 Educational Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice?
1,040 students attend Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice?
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice offer ?
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice part of?
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice located?
Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is located in the Braeswood neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Braeswood.
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