Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Purificacion Rodriguez ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). 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 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (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
Top Rankings
Purificacion Rodriguez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Purificacion Rodriguez's student population of 269 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Purificacion Rodriguez 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 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
#254 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
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 #254 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% 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?
269 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 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Purificacion Rodriguez offer ?
Purificacion Rodriguez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-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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