Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael De Jesus ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael De Jesus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rafael De Jesus's student population of 239 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael De Jesus ranks within the top 20% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael De Jesus is 0.04, 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
#164 out of 836 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
2%
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 Rafael De Jesus's ranking?
Rafael De Jesus is ranked #164 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael De Jesus?
239 students attend Rafael De Jesus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Rafael De Jesus students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael De Jesus?
Rafael De Jesus has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rafael De Jesus offer ?
Rafael De Jesus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rafael De Jesus part of?
Rafael De Jesus is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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