Serving 599 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Nell Hill Rhea Elementary serves the southern part of Forney, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being around 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rhea Intermediate School's student population of 599 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rhea Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rhea Intermediate School is 0.70, 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
#1938 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Rhea Intermediate School's ranking?
Rhea Intermediate School is ranked #1938 out of 8,096 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 44% 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?
599 students attend Rhea Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Rhea Intermediate School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 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 16:1, 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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