Serving 259 students in grades 4-12, Rafael Irizarry Rivera 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 10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Irizarry Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rafael Irizarry Rivera's student population of 259 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Rafael Irizarry Rivera 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 Rafael Irizarry Rivera is 0.02, 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
#561 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Irizarry Rivera's ranking?
Rafael Irizarry Rivera is ranked #561 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Irizarry Rivera?
259 students attend Rafael Irizarry Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rafael Irizarry Rivera students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rafael Irizarry Rivera?
Rafael Irizarry Rivera has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Irizarry Rivera offer ?
Rafael Irizarry Rivera offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rafael Irizarry Rivera part of?
Rafael Irizarry Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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