Serving 335 students in grades 6-12, Jesus T. Pinero Cidra ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesus T. Pinero Cidra ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Jesus T. Pinero Cidra's student population of 335 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jesus T. Pinero Cidra 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 Jesus T. Pinero Cidra 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)
55-59%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
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
Graduation Rate
≥90%
74%
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 Jesus T. Pinero Cidra's ranking?
Jesus T. Pinero Cidra 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jesus T. Pinero Cidra?
The graduation rate of Jesus T. Pinero Cidra is 90%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Jesus T. Pinero Cidra?
335 students attend Jesus T. Pinero Cidra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jesus T. Pinero Cidra students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesus T. Pinero Cidra?
Jesus T. Pinero Cidra has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jesus T. Pinero Cidra offer ?
Jesus T. Pinero Cidra offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Jesus T. Pinero Cidra part of?
Jesus T. Pinero Cidra is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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