Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Jose Rojas Cortes ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jose Rojas Cortes's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Rojas Cortes ranks within the top 30% of all 836 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
#240 out of 836 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
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
Graduation Rate
90-94%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #240 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 33% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Rojas Cortes?
The graduation rate of Jose Rojas Cortes is 90-94%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Jose Rojas Cortes?
471 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 17:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jose Rojas Cortes offer ?
Jose Rojas Cortes offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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