Serving 846 students in grades 5-6, Rhea Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rhea Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rhea Intermediate School's student population of 846 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Rhea Intermediate School 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 Rhea Intermediate School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1826 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
44%
25%
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
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Rhea Intermediate School's ranking?
Rhea Intermediate School is ranked #1826 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rhea Intermediate School often compared to?
Rhea Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rhea Intermediate School?
846 students attend Rhea Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rhea Intermediate School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rhea Intermediate School?
Rhea Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rhea Intermediate School offer ?
Rhea Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Rhea Intermediate School part of?
Rhea Intermediate School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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