Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rafael Cordero Catano ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Cordero Catano ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rafael Cordero Catano's student population of 420 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Cordero Catano 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 Rafael Cordero Catano 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
#540 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
85%
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 Rafael Cordero Catano's ranking?
Rafael Cordero Catano is ranked #540 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Cordero Catano?
420 students attend Rafael Cordero Catano.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Cordero Catano students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Cordero Catano?
Rafael Cordero Catano has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Cordero Catano offer ?
Rafael Cordero Catano offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rafael Cordero Catano part of?
Rafael Cordero Catano is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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