Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Rivera Otero ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Rivera Otero ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Rafael Rivera Otero's student population of 176 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Rivera Otero ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Rivera Otero is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#435 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Rivera Otero's ranking?
Rafael Rivera Otero is ranked #435 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Rivera Otero?
176 students attend Rafael Rivera Otero.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Rivera Otero students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Rivera Otero?
Rafael Rivera Otero has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rafael Rivera Otero offer ?
Rafael Rivera Otero offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rafael Rivera Otero part of?
Rafael Rivera Otero is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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