Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Simon Madera ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). 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.
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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Simon Madera covers approximately 106.8 square miles in the southeast part of Guayama, PR, with most areas located within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school and an average distance of 6.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 9.4 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Simon Madera's student population of 281 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Simon Madera ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simon Madera is 0.02, 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
#103 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
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
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)9.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
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 #103 out of 839 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Simon Madera?
281 students attend Simon Madera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Simon Madera students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
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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