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Investing in the Future of Rice CISD
Investing in the Future of Rice CISD
Rice Consolidated ISD is committed to providing safe, modern, and effective learning environments for all students.This site is designed to give our community clear, factual information about the needs of our district, the work of the Community Bond Advisory Committee (CBAC), and the potential projects under consideration.
Our goal is simple: support students, support teachers, and strengthen our schools — while maintaining the trust of our taxpayers and community.
About the CBAC
About the CBAC
Community Bond Advisory Committee (CBAC)
The CBAC is a diverse group of parents, staff, community members, and local stakeholders charged with studying district needs and developing a bond recommendation for the Board of Trustees.
Committee Charge
The CBAC is tasked with creating a recommendation that supports Rice CISD’s mission by:
Ensuring learning environments where individual student goals can be achieved
Enhancing academic success and educational opportunities
Supporting students, teachers, and staff
Maintaining the confidence and trust of parents, taxpayers, and the broader community
Meeting Materials
All CBAC presentations and documents will be posted here for public review.
Enrollment Projections to 2036
District Enrollment & Demographics
Understanding Enrollment Trends
Rice CISD enrollment has remained relatively stable over the past several years, increasing by 22 students over the last four years and decreasing by fewer than 10 students in 2025–26.
Long‑Term Forecast
Enrollment is projected to reach ~1,170 students by 2030/31
With additional housing growth, enrollment is projected to remain at about 1,200 students by 2035/36
Housing & Development
Home prices have remained around $200,000, peaking at $250,000 in 2024
New home construction is limited due to available lots
Why a Bond?
Aging Facilities & Rising Maintenance Costs
Rice CISD’s elementary campuses range from 34 to 79 years old, and all require significant upgrades to meet modern safety, accessibility, and instructional standards.
The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) conducted a comprehensive facilities assessment, identifying needs such as:
Full HVAC system replacements
Electrical distribution upgrades
Plumbing and wastewater system replacements
Roof repairs or replacements
Safety and security improvements
Accessibility upgrades
Exterior envelope repairs
Interior finish updates
Renovation Cost Summary
Renovating all four existing elementary campuses is estimated at:
$66.9M – $76.6M (Total Project Costs)
New Elementary School Concept
New Elementary School Concept
Exploring a Unified Elementary Campus
Based on CBAC discussions, Rice CISD is evaluating the possibility of constructing a new consolidated elementary campus to replace aging facilities and reduce long‑term operational costs.
Key considerations include:
Modern, secure campus design
Improved instructional adjacencies
Reduced annual operational costs
Long‑term sustainability
Alignment with TEA facility standards
Conceptual rendering
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