Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rice Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rice Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Wellington, CO, covering an area of approximately 10 square miles. Parents can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rice Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rice Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
70%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Elementary School's ranking?
Rice Elementary School is ranked #382 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rice Elementary School often compared to?
Rice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eyestone Elementary School, Cache La Poudre Elementary School, Putnam Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rice Elementary School?
401 students attend Rice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Rice Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rice Elementary School?
Rice Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rice Elementary School offer ?
Rice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rice Elementary School part of?
Rice Elementary School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
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