Indiera Fría is a barrio in the municipality of Maricao, Puerto Rico. Its population in 2010 was 449.
Serving 55 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Indiera Fria ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indiera Fria ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Indiera Fria's student population of 55 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Indiera Fria 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 Indiera Fria 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
#43 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indiera Fria's ranking?
Indiera Fria is ranked #43 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Indiera Fria?
55 students attend Indiera Fria.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Indiera Fria students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indiera Fria?
Indiera Fria has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Indiera Fria offer ?
Indiera Fria offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indiera Fria part of?
Indiera Fria is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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