Serving 287 students in grades 9-12, Elvira M. Colon Negron ranks in the bottom 50% 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elvira M. Colon Negron ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elvira M. Colon Negron's student population of 287 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elvira M. Colon Negron ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elvira M. Colon Negron 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
#753 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elvira M. Colon Negron's ranking?
Elvira M. Colon Negron is ranked #753 out of 836 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elvira M. Colon Negron?
The graduation rate of Elvira M. Colon Negron is 70-74%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Elvira M. Colon Negron?
287 students attend Elvira M. Colon Negron.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elvira M. Colon Negron students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elvira M. Colon Negron?
Elvira M. Colon Negron has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elvira M. Colon Negron offer ?
Elvira M. Colon Negron offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elvira M. Colon Negron part of?
Elvira M. Colon Negron is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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