Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Rafael N. Coca 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 2% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael N. Coca ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rafael N. Coca's student population of 286 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael N. Coca 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 Rafael N. Coca is 0.02, 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
#770 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)2%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
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 Rafael N. Coca's ranking?
Rafael N. Coca is ranked #770 out of 836 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael N. Coca?
286 students attend Rafael N. Coca.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rafael N. Coca students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael N. Coca?
Rafael N. Coca has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rafael N. Coca offer ?
Rafael N. Coca offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rafael N. Coca part of?
Rafael N. Coca is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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