Serving 735 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rice Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rice Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rice Elementary School's student population of 735 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Rice Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rice Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#627 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Elementary School's ranking?
Rice Elementary School is ranked #627 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Rice Elementary School often compared to?
Rice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Dallas Intermediate School, Drums El/ms by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rice Elementary School?
735 students attend Rice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rice Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rice Elementary School?
Rice Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rice Elementary School offer ?
Rice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rice Elementary School part of?
Rice Elementary School is part of Crestwood School District.
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