Serving 785 students in grades 9-12, Republica De Costa Rica 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 5% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Republica De Costa Rica ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Republica De Costa Rica's student population of 785 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Republica De Costa Rica 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 Republica De Costa Rica 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
#551 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
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
92%
74%
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 Republica De Costa Rica's ranking?
Republica De Costa Rica is ranked #551 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Republica De Costa Rica?
The graduation rate of Republica De Costa Rica is 92%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Republica De Costa Rica?
785 students attend Republica De Costa Rica.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Republica De Costa Rica students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Republica De Costa Rica?
Republica De Costa Rica has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Republica De Costa Rica offer ?
Republica De Costa Rica offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Republica De Costa Rica part of?
Republica De Costa Rica is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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