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#3923 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 46% in state

Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

7550 SEUSS DR, Houston, TX 77025

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

1,040

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,923 of 8,552

In Houston

#237 of 723

public schools

In district

#93 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice

6.6/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice

Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice serves approximately 1,040 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,923 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice — Students at Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
41.1%
ELA
65.8%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
57%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice Compares

See how Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in TX
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7550 SEUSS DR, Houston, TX 77025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST UNIVERSITY EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBERTS EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TWAIN EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston 0.7 mi 6.1
ALDINE J J A E P Houston 1.0 mi
ALIEF ISD J J A E P Houston 1.0 mi
HARRIS CO JJAEP League City 1.0 mi
EXCEL ACADEMY (MURWORTH) Houston 1.0 mi
HARRIS CO J J A E P Houston 1.0 mi
HARRIS CO JJAEP Klein 1.0 mi
EXCEL ACADEMY (JJAEP) Houston 1.0 mi
DEBAKEY H S FOR HEALTH PROF Houston 0.9 mi 8.9
LONGFELLOW EL Houston 1.0 mi 4.8
ROBERTS EL Houston 1.1 mi 8.8
TWAIN EL Houston 1.0 mi 8.5
PERSHING MIDDLE Houston 1.1 mi 6.1
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston 1.2 mi 6.9
CROSSING BORDERS BILINGUAL ACADEMY Houston 1.4 mi
WEST UNIVERSITY EL Houston 1.5 mi 8.9
ST CATHERINE'S MONTESSORI Houston 1.7 mi 7.4
HARMONY SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY-HOUSTON Houston 1.9 mi 5.8
THE EMERY/WEINER SCHOOL Houston 1.9 mi 6.3
THE EMERY/WEINER CENTER FOR JEWISH EDUCATION Houston 1.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,076

Median Home Value

$521,300

Median Rent

$1,484/mo

Population

29,177

College Educated

71.1%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice

What grades does Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice serve?

Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice?

Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice has an enrollment of approximately 1,040 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice?

The student-teacher ratio at Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice rank in TX?

Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice ranks #3,923 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice's MySchoolScout rating?

Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Sch /la Escuela Rice?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice a charter school?

No, Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice a Title I school?

No, Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice?

71.3% of students at Rice Sch /la Escuela Rice qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,040
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#93 of 272

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