Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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.
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: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera's student population of 246 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Modesto Rivera 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
#200 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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)39%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera's ranking?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is ranked #200 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera often compared to?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Riverais often viewed alongside schools like Maria Teresa Serrano, Juana A. Mendez, Jose Severo Quinones by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
246 students attend Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera offer ?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera part of?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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