Susana Rivera Elementary School (Closed 2023)

Bo Los Llanos Carr 545 Km 0 Hm
Coamo, PR 00769
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Susana Rivera Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 65-69% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-64% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
319 students
This chart displays total students of Susana Rivera Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Susana Rivera Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Susana Rivera Elementary School by grade.

School Rankings

This School
State Level (PR)
(15-16)
65-69%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Susana Rivera Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
(15-16)
60-64%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Susana Rivera Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Susana Rivera Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
(15-16)
100%
100%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Susana Rivera Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
Black
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
White
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
85%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Susana Rivera Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Susana Rivera Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% PR state average).
How many students attend Susana Rivera Elementary School?
319 students attend Susana Rivera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Susana Rivera Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Susana Rivera Elementary School?
Susana Rivera Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Susana Rivera Elementary School offer ?
Susana Rivera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Susana Rivera Elementary School part of?
Susana Rivera Elementary School is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.

Recent Articles

Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.