Serving 123 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Claudio Ferrer Cotto 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 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claudio Ferrer Cotto serves the east part of Comerio, PR, encompassing an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claudio Ferrer Cotto ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Claudio Ferrer Cotto's student population of 123 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Claudio Ferrer Cotto 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 Claudio Ferrer Cotto 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
#145 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claudio Ferrer Cotto's ranking?
Claudio Ferrer Cotto 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 Claudio Ferrer Cotto?
123 students attend Claudio Ferrer Cotto.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Claudio Ferrer Cotto students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claudio Ferrer Cotto?
Claudio Ferrer Cotto has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Claudio Ferrer Cotto offer ?
Claudio Ferrer Cotto offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claudio Ferrer Cotto part of?
Claudio Ferrer Cotto is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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