Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Federico Degetau Arecibo 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 8% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher 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.
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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Federico Degetau Arecibo's student population of 316 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Education is the key to success
School Rankings
Federico Degetau Arecibo 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 Federico Degetau Arecibo 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
#463 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Federico Degetau Arecibo's ranking?
Federico Degetau Arecibo is ranked #463 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Federico Degetau Arecibo?
316 students attend Federico Degetau Arecibo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Federico Degetau Arecibo students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Federico Degetau Arecibo?
Federico Degetau Arecibo has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Federico Degetau Arecibo offer ?
Federico Degetau Arecibo offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Federico Degetau Arecibo part of?
Federico Degetau Arecibo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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