Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles Rice Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Rice Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles Rice Learning Center's student population of 445 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles Rice Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Rice Learning Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3936 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
76%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Rice Learning Center's ranking?
Charles Rice Learning Center is ranked #3936 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Charles Rice Learning Center often compared to?
Charles Rice Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like St. Anthony Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Charles Rice Learning Center?
445 students attend Charles Rice Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Charles Rice Learning Center students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Rice Learning Center?
Charles Rice Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Rice Learning Center offer ?
Charles Rice Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Charles Rice Learning Center part of?
Charles Rice Learning Center is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Rice Learning Center located?
Charles Rice Learning Center is located in the South Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in South Dallas.
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