District Overview
Located at 1094 Raider Drive in Altair, Texas, Rice CISD is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving its local community. Set in a rural remote geographic environment, this fully operational, non-charter district operates seven school facilities that deliver comprehensive educational opportunities across a complete Pre-K through 12th-grade spectrum. According to federal education data for the 2024–2025 school year, Rice CISD serves a student body of 1,306 enrolled children, offering a continuous and cohesive learning environment from early childhood through high school graduation.

To support academic growth and district operations, Rice CISD maintains a robust workforce comprising nearly 380 total full-time equivalent staff members. The district's instructional framework is anchored by approximately 175.5 full-time equivalent teachers, complemented by 26 instructional aides and a substantial team of over 178 support personnel. This balanced staffing model ensures students benefit from dedicated classroom attention alongside well-maintained operational services. Families, prospective students, and education researchers can learn more about the district's programs by visiting their official website at www.ricecisd.org or by contacting the central office directly at (979) 234-3531.
7
Total Schools
1,306
Total Students
175.5
Full-Time Teachers
7.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RICE CISD
Demographic Student Count
White265
Hispanic806
Black189
Asian3
Two or More35
American Indian6
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    806 (61.7%)
  • White
    265 (20.3%)
  • Black
    189 (14.5%)
  • Two or More
    35 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.5%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in RICE CISD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High2
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:7
Students:1,306*
Teachers (FTE):175.5*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.4
Schools in RICE CISD
Found 7 Schools