Serving 417 students in grades 9-12, Jose Rojas Cortes ranks in the top 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Rojas Cortes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jose Rojas Cortes's student population of 417 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jose Rojas Cortes 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 Jose Rojas Cortes 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
#354 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Rojas Cortes's ranking?
Jose Rojas Cortes is ranked #354 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Rojas Cortes?
The graduation rate of Jose Rojas Cortes is 95%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Jose Rojas Cortes?
417 students attend Jose Rojas Cortes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Rojas Cortes students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose Rojas Cortes?
Jose Rojas Cortes has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Rojas Cortes offer ?
Jose Rojas Cortes offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Rojas Cortes part of?
Jose Rojas Cortes is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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