Serving 225 students in grades 6-8, Irma Pedraza Ruiz 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 2% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irma Pedraza Ruiz's student population of 225 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Irma Pedraza Ruiz 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 Irma Pedraza Ruiz 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
#785 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irma Pedraza Ruiz's ranking?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz is ranked #785 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Irma Pedraza Ruiz?
225 students attend Irma Pedraza Ruiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Irma Pedraza Ruiz students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irma Pedraza Ruiz?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Irma Pedraza Ruiz offer ?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irma Pedraza Ruiz part of?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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