Rice High School is a public high school located in the city of Rice, Texas, USA and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Rice Independent School District located in north central Navarro County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 340 students in grades 9-12, Rice High School 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rice High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rice, TX school district, covering approximately 63.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the edge of the zone and its furthest point reaching 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rice High School's student population of 340 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rice High School 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 Rice High School is 0.43, 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
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Bulldog/lady Dog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice High School's ranking?
Rice High School is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rice High School often compared to?
Rice High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mildred High School, Kerens School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rice High School?
The graduation rate of Rice High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Rice High School?
340 students attend Rice High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rice High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rice High School?
Rice High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rice High School offer ?
Rice High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rice High School part of?
Rice High School is part of Rice Independent School District.
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