Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Rice Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rice Middle School's student population of 914 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rice Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Middle School is 0.52, 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
#93 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
67%
6%
Hispanic
8%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Middle School's ranking?
Rice Middle School is ranked #93 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rice Middle School often compared to?
Rice Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robinson Middle School, Fowler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rice Middle School?
914 students attend Rice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rice Middle School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rice Middle School?
Rice Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rice Middle School offer ?
Rice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rice Middle School part of?
Rice Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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