Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Efren Rodriguez Toro ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (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 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elemental Nueva serves the west part of Hormigueros, PR, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Efren Rodriguez Toro ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Efren Rodriguez Toro's student population of 245 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Efren Rodriguez Toro ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Efren Rodriguez Toro is 0.04, 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
#78 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
2%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Efren Rodriguez Toro's ranking?
Efren Rodriguez Toro is ranked #78 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Efren Rodriguez Toro?
245 students attend Efren Rodriguez Toro.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Efren Rodriguez Toro students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Efren Rodriguez Toro?
Efren Rodriguez Toro has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Efren Rodriguez Toro offer ?
Efren Rodriguez Toro offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Efren Rodriguez Toro part of?
Efren Rodriguez Toro is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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