Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jaime Coira Ortiz 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jaime Coira Ortiz's student population of 161 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Jaime Coira Ortiz 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 Jaime Coira Ortiz is 0.04, 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
#257 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Jaime Coira Ortiz's ranking?
Jaime Coira Ortiz is ranked #257 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jaime Coira Ortiz?
161 students attend Jaime Coira Ortiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jaime Coira Ortiz students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jaime Coira Ortiz?
Jaime Coira Ortiz has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jaime Coira Ortiz offer ?
Jaime Coira Ortiz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jaime Coira Ortiz part of?
Jaime Coira Ortiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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