Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) 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 23% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo)'s student population of 238 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) 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 Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) 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
#562 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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
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: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo)'s ranking?
Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) is ranked #562 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo)?
238 students attend Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo)?
Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) offer ?
Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) part of?
Elvira Ruperto Quiles (Rio Canas Abajo) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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