Serving 277 students in grades 6-8, Sotero Figueroa ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sotero Figueroa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sotero Figueroa's student population of 277 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sotero Figueroa ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sotero Figueroa 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
#172 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Sotero Figueroa's ranking?
Sotero Figueroa is ranked #172 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Sotero Figueroa often compared to?
Sotero Figueroais often viewed alongside schools like Central De Artes Visuales, Ernesto Ramos Antonini - Musica by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Sotero Figueroa?
277 students attend Sotero Figueroa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Sotero Figueroa students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sotero Figueroa?
Sotero Figueroa has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Sotero Figueroa offer ?
Sotero Figueroa offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sotero Figueroa part of?
Sotero Figueroa is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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