Serving 78 students in grades 7-12, Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas's student population of 78 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)60-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas?
78 students attend Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas?
Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas offer ?
Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas part of?
Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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