Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richard L Rice School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard L Rice School's student population of 504 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richard L Rice School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard L Rice School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
8%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
73%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard L Rice School's ranking?
Richard L Rice School is ranked #977 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Richard L Rice School often compared to?
Richard L Rice Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlton Elementary School, Robert B Jaggard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Richard L Rice School?
504 students attend Richard L Rice School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Richard L Rice School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard L Rice School?
Richard L Rice School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard L Rice School offer ?
Richard L Rice School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richard L Rice School part of?
Richard L Rice School is part of Evesham Township School District.
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