Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez is 0.02, which is more 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
#141 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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 Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez's ranking?
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez is ranked #141 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez?
264 students attend Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez?
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez offer ?
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez part of?
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez located?
Luis Munoz Rivera Mayaguez is located in the Carcel neighborhood of Mayaguez, PR.
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