Serving 114 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manuel Ortiz Suya ranks in the bottom 50% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manuel Ortiz Suya ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Manuel Ortiz Suya's student population of 114 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manuel Ortiz Suya ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manuel Ortiz Suya is 0.08, 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
#625 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
96%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
4%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Ortiz Suya's ranking?
Manuel Ortiz Suya is ranked #625 out of 836 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Manuel Ortiz Suya?
114 students attend Manuel Ortiz Suya.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Manuel Ortiz Suya students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manuel Ortiz Suya?
Manuel Ortiz Suya has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manuel Ortiz Suya offer ?
Manuel Ortiz Suya offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Manuel Ortiz Suya part of?
Manuel Ortiz Suya is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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