Serving 93 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emilio Del Toro Cuevas ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas's student population of 93 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
93 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emilio Del Toro Cuevas 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
#168 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emilio Del Toro Cuevas's ranking?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas is ranked #168 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Emilio Del Toro Cuevas?
93 students attend Emilio Del Toro Cuevas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Emilio Del Toro Cuevas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emilio Del Toro Cuevas?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Emilio Del Toro Cuevas offer ?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Emilio Del Toro Cuevas part of?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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