Serving 613 students in grades 9-12, Pedro Falu Orellano 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pedro Falu Orellano serves the eastern part of its school district in Rio Grande, PR, covering an area of approximately 89.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pedro Falu Orellano's student population of 613 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Pedro Falu Orellano 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 Pedro Falu Orellano 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
#781 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
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
(21-22)75-79%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)97.9%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pedro Falu Orellano's ranking?
Pedro Falu Orellano is ranked #781 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pedro Falu Orellano?
The graduation rate of Pedro Falu Orellano is 75-79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Pedro Falu Orellano?
613 students attend Pedro Falu Orellano.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pedro Falu Orellano students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pedro Falu Orellano?
Pedro Falu Orellano has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Pedro Falu Orellano offer ?
Pedro Falu Orellano offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pedro Falu Orellano part of?
Pedro Falu Orellano is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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