Serving 610 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rice Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rice Canyon Elementary School's student population of 610 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rice Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Canyon Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2604 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Rice Canyon Elementary School is ranked #2604 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rice Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Rice Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alberhill Elementary School, Withrow Elementary School, Machado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rice Canyon Elementary School?
610 students attend Rice Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rice Canyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rice Canyon Elementary School?
Rice Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rice Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Rice Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rice Canyon Elementary School part of?
Rice Canyon Elementary School is part of Lake Elsinore Unified School District.
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