Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Federico Degetau ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Federico Degetau (S.U. Palo Hincado) is located in the eastern part of Barranquitas, PR, covering approximately 34.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Federico Degetau's student population of 348 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Federico Degetau ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Federico Degetau 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
#362 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Federico Degetau's ranking?
Federico Degetau is ranked #362 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Federico Degetau?
348 students attend Federico Degetau.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Federico Degetau students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Federico Degetau?
Federico Degetau has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Federico Degetau offer ?
Federico Degetau offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Federico Degetau part of?
Federico Degetau is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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