Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Purificacion Rodriguez ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (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 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (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
Purificacion Rodriguez's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Purificacion Rodriguez ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purificacion Rodriguez 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
#242 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Purificacion Rodriguez's ranking?
Purificacion Rodriguez is ranked #242 out of 839 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?
45-49% 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 Purificacion Rodriguez?
304 students attend Purificacion Rodriguez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Purificacion Rodriguez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purificacion Rodriguez?
Purificacion Rodriguez has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Purificacion Rodriguez offer ?
Purificacion Rodriguez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purificacion Rodriguez part of?
Purificacion Rodriguez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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