Serving 243 students in grades 6-8, Francisco Rivera Claudio ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francisco Rivera Claudio ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francisco Rivera Claudio's student population of 243 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
243 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Francisco Rivera Claudio 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 Francisco Rivera Claudio 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
#818 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
21%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francisco Rivera Claudio's ranking?
Francisco Rivera Claudio is ranked #818 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Francisco Rivera Claudio?
243 students attend Francisco Rivera Claudio.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Francisco Rivera Claudio students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francisco Rivera Claudio?
Francisco Rivera Claudio has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Francisco Rivera Claudio offer ?
Francisco Rivera Claudio offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Francisco Rivera Claudio part of?
Francisco Rivera Claudio is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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