Serving 302 students in grades 5-8, Rice Intermediate/middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rice Intermediate/middle School's student population of 302 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rice Intermediate/middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Intermediate/middle School is 0.38, 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
#3195 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
21%
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
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Intermediate/middle School's ranking?
Rice Intermediate/middle School is ranked #3195 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rice Intermediate/middle School?
302 students attend Rice Intermediate/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rice Intermediate/middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rice Intermediate/middle School?
Rice Intermediate/middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rice Intermediate/middle School offer ?
Rice Intermediate/middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Rice Intermediate/middle School part of?
Rice Intermediate/middle School is part of Rice Independent School District.
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