Best Schools in Rice, Minnesota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Rice Elementary
Elementary · Sauk Rapids-rice Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$270,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$270,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rice
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rice Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $102,429
- Median home value
- $270,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rice compares
Median household income
$102k
122% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Rice, Minnesota
Rice, Minnesota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Rice show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Rice is Rice Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rice is served by 1 school district: SAUK RAPIDS-RICE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 4,352 students.
Rice's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $102,429. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 361 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
Schools in Rice
Rice, Minnesota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$102,429
Median Home Value
$270,100
Median Rent
$1,222/mo
Population
7,226
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Rice has a median household income of $102,429. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $270,100, with a median rent of $1,222/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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Common questions about schools in Rice, Minnesota
How many schools are in Rice, Minnesota?
Rice has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rice, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rice is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Rice, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Rice on MySchoolScout is Rice Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rice, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rice on MySchoolScout is Rice Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Rice, Minnesota?
Rice is served by 1 school district: Sauk Rapids-rice Public Schools.
What is the education level in Rice, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Rice have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rice, Minnesota?
The median household income in Rice is approximately $102,429 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rice, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rice is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rice, Minnesota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.