Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Demetrio Rivera 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Demetrio Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Demetrio Rivera's student population of 230 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Demetrio Rivera 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 Demetrio Rivera 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
#472 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
1%
n/a
White
n/a
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demetrio Rivera's ranking?
Demetrio Rivera is ranked #472 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Demetrio Rivera?
230 students attend Demetrio Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Demetrio Rivera students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Demetrio Rivera?
Demetrio Rivera has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Demetrio Rivera offer ?
Demetrio Rivera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Demetrio Rivera part of?
Demetrio Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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