Serving 188 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cerro Gordo Medina ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cerro Gordo Medina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cerro Gordo Medina's student population of 188 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cerro Gordo Medina ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cerro Gordo Medina 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
#145 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 is Cerro Gordo Medina's ranking?
Cerro Gordo Medina is ranked #145 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Cerro Gordo Medina?
188 students attend Cerro Gordo Medina.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cerro Gordo Medina students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cerro Gordo Medina?
Cerro Gordo Medina has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Cerro Gordo Medina offer ?
Cerro Gordo Medina offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cerro Gordo Medina part of?
Cerro Gordo Medina is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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