Serving 939 students in grades 6-8, C M Rice Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C M Rice Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
C M Rice Middle School's student population of 939 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C M Rice Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C M Rice Middle School is 0.53, 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
#106 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
66%
5%
Hispanic
8%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
18%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C M Rice Middle School's ranking?
C M Rice Middle School is ranked #106 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are C M Rice Middle School often compared to?
C M Rice Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robinson Middle School, Fowler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend C M Rice Middle School?
939 students attend C M Rice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of C M Rice Middle School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C M Rice Middle School?
C M Rice Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does C M Rice Middle School offer ?
C M Rice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is C M Rice Middle School part of?
C M Rice Middle School is part of Plano ISD School District.
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