Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Homero Rivera Sola ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homero Rivera Sola ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Homero Rivera Sola's student population of 243 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homero Rivera Sola ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homero Rivera Sola 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
#57 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
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%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homero Rivera Sola's ranking?
Homero Rivera Sola is ranked #57 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Homero Rivera Sola?
243 students attend Homero Rivera Sola.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Homero Rivera Sola students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homero Rivera Sola?
Homero Rivera Sola has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Homero Rivera Sola offer ?
Homero Rivera Sola offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Homero Rivera Sola part of?
Homero Rivera Sola is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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