Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles Rice Learning Center ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The Charles Rice Learning Center serves the northwest part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone situated about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Rice Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Charles Rice Learning Center's student population of 427 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles Rice Learning Center 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 Charles Rice Learning Center is 0.39, 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
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Rice Learning Center's ranking?
Charles Rice Learning Center is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Charles Rice Learning Center often compared to?
Charles Rice Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like St. Anthony Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Charles Rice Learning Center?
427 students attend Charles Rice Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Charles Rice Learning Center students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Rice Learning Center?
Charles Rice Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Rice Learning Center offer ?
Charles Rice Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Charles Rice Learning Center part of?
Charles Rice Learning Center is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Rice Learning Center located?
Charles Rice Learning Center is located in the South Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in South Dallas.
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