Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Toribio Rivera ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SU TORIBIO RIVERA serves the northwest part of Ciales, PR, covering an area of approximately 66.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toribio Rivera's student population of 135 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Toribio Rivera 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 Toribio Rivera 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
#490 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
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 Toribio Rivera's ranking?
Toribio Rivera is ranked #490 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Toribio Rivera?
135 students attend Toribio Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Toribio Rivera students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toribio Rivera?
Toribio Rivera has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Toribio Rivera offer ?
Toribio Rivera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toribio Rivera part of?
Toribio Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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