Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rice Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rice Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire San Carlos, AZ school district, encompassing approximately 1,181 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 16.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 36.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rice Elementary School's student population of 673 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Motto
We exist to educate and empower students to become culturally responsive, global Nn'ee.
School Rankings
Rice Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1907 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
99%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.5%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Elementary School's ranking?
Rice Elementary School is ranked #1907 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rice Elementary School often compared to?
Rice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonor Hambly K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rice Elementary School?
673 students attend Rice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rice Elementary School 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 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rice Elementary School offer ?
Rice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rice Elementary School part of?
Rice Elementary School is part of San Carlos Unified District (4210).
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