Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) 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 7% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). 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 13:1 is higher than 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva)'s student population of 281 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
281 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) 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 (Intermedia Nueva) 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
#670 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
21%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
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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
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
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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 (Intermedia Nueva)'s ranking?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) is ranked #670 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% 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 (Intermedia Nueva)?
281 students attend Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva)?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) offer ?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) part of?
Irma Pedraza Ruiz (Intermedia Nueva) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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