Very Good
#710 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 35% in state
Rice Elementary School
Elementary School · San Carlos Unified District (4210)
PO BOX 207, San Carlos, AZ 85550
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#710 of 2,006
In San Carlos
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
San Carlos Unified District (4210)
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Rice Elementary School
Rice Elementary School is a public elementary school in San Carlos, AZ, part of San Carlos Unified District (4210). Rice Elementary School serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rice Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #710 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Rice Elementary School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rice Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Rice Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
72% of students at Rice Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Rice Elementary School — Students at Rice Elementary School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Rice Elementary School Compares
See how Rice Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 207, San Carlos, AZ 85550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rice Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Destiny School (rated 8.4/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Globe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mt. Turnbull Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 26.6 miles away, in nearby Bylas), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Carlos, see our San Carlos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Carlos Middle School San Carlos | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL San Carlos | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Biyaagozhoo Center Globe | 1.6 mi | — |
| PERIDOT-OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Peridot | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| San Carlos High School San Carlos | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| San Carlos Alternative High School San Carlos | 4.2 mi | — |
| High Desert Middle School Globe | 16.8 mi | 4.1 |
| CVIT - Central Campus EAC Gila Pueblo Superior | 18.2 mi | — |
| Destiny School Globe | 18.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Copper Rim Elementary School Globe | 18.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Liberty High School Globe | 18.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Globe High School Globe | 19.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Tiger Knowledge Online (TKO) Globe | 19.7 mi | — |
| Miami Junior Senior High School Miami | 22.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Lee Kornegay Intermediate School Miami | 22.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School Miami | 22.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Mt. Turnbull Academy Fort Thomas | 25.6 mi | — |
| APACHE BAPTIST ACADEMY Bylas | 25.7 mi | — |
| Mt. Turnbull Elementary School Bylas | 26.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Hayden High School Winkelman | 31.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,181
Median Home Value
$66,900
Median Rent
$392/mo
Population
5,619
College Educated
4.4%
Homeownership
61.6%
Poverty Rate
41.7%
Median Age
29.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rice Elementary School
What grades does Rice Elementary School serve?
Rice Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Rice Elementary School?
Rice Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rice Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rice Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rice Elementary School rank in AZ?
Rice Elementary School ranks #710 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Rice Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rice Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Rice Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rice Elementary School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rice Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rice Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rice Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rice Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 655
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Gila County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.5%
- Phone
- (928) 475-4837
Resources & Links
District
San Carlos Unified District (4210)- District Enrollment
- 1,410
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,367
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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