Serving 733 students in grades 9-12, Republica De Costa Rica 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Republica De Costa Rica's student population of 733 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Republica De Costa Rica 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 Republica De Costa Rica 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
#440 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)92%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Republica De Costa Rica's ranking?
Republica De Costa Rica is ranked #440 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Republica De Costa Rica?
The graduation rate of Republica De Costa Rica is 92%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Republica De Costa Rica?
733 students attend Republica De Costa Rica.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Republica De Costa Rica students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Republica De Costa Rica?
Republica De Costa Rica has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Republica De Costa Rica offer ?
Republica De Costa Rica offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Republica De Costa Rica part of?
Republica De Costa Rica is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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