Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz's student population of 450 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz 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 Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz 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
#526 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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
85%
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 Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz's ranking?
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz is ranked #526 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz?
450 students attend Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz?
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz offer ?
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz part of?
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz located?
Ramon E. Rodriguez Diaz is located in the Urbanizacion Verdun neighborhood of Hormigueros, PR.
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