Serving 150 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Rexach Dueno ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: SU RAFAEL REXACH DUENO serves the eastern part of its school district in Rio Grande, PR, covering an area of approximately 89.5 square miles. Families typically drive about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Rexach Dueno ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rafael Rexach Dueno's student population of 150 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Rafael Rexach Dueno ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Rexach Dueno 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
#72 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Rafael Rexach Dueno's ranking?
Rafael Rexach Dueno is ranked #72 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Rexach Dueno?
150 students attend Rafael Rexach Dueno.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rafael Rexach Dueno students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rafael Rexach Dueno?
Rafael Rexach Dueno has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Rexach Dueno offer ?
Rafael Rexach Dueno offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rafael Rexach Dueno part of?
Rafael Rexach Dueno is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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