Serving 295 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Simon Madera ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simon Madera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Simon Madera's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Simon Madera 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 Simon Madera 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
#63 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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 Simon Madera's ranking?
Simon Madera is ranked #63 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Simon Madera?
295 students attend Simon Madera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Simon Madera students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simon Madera?
Simon Madera has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Simon Madera offer ?
Simon Madera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simon Madera part of?
Simon Madera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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