Rica-southern Md serves 87 students.
Minority enrollment was 88% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
86%
33%
White
12%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Rica-southern Md?
87 students attend Rica-southern Md.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rica-southern Md students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What school district is Rica-southern Md part of?
Rica-southern Md is part of Prince George's County Schools School District.
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