Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Rafael Pont Flores ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Pont Flores ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rafael Pont Flores's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Pont Flores 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 Rafael Pont Flores 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
#156 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
≥80%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 Rafael Pont Flores's ranking?
Rafael Pont Flores is ranked #156 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rafael Pont Flores?
The graduation rate of Rafael Pont Flores is 80%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Rafael Pont Flores?
473 students attend Rafael Pont Flores.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Pont Flores students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Pont Flores?
Rafael Pont Flores has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Pont Flores offer ?
Rafael Pont Flores offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Rafael Pont Flores part of?
Rafael Pont Flores is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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