Serving 183 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maria M Simmons De Rivera 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria M Simmons De Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Maria M Simmons De Rivera's student population of 183 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maria M Simmons De Rivera ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maria M Simmons De Rivera is 0.04, 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
#737 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
Black
1%
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria M Simmons De Rivera's ranking?
Maria M Simmons De Rivera is ranked #737 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Maria M Simmons De Rivera often compared to?
Maria M Simmons De Riverais often viewed alongside schools like Playa Grande by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Maria M Simmons De Rivera?
183 students attend Maria M Simmons De Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Maria M Simmons De Rivera students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maria M Simmons De Rivera?
Maria M Simmons De Rivera has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maria M Simmons De Rivera offer ?
Maria M Simmons De Rivera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maria M Simmons De Rivera part of?
Maria M Simmons De Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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