Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Elpidio H. Rivera 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 12% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elpidio H. Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elpidio H. Rivera's student population of 414 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Elpidio H. 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 Elpidio H. 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
#513 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)12%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
85%
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 Elpidio H. Rivera's ranking?
Elpidio H. Rivera is ranked #513 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Elpidio H. Rivera?
414 students attend Elpidio H. Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elpidio H. Rivera students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elpidio H. Rivera?
Elpidio H. Rivera has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Elpidio H. Rivera offer ?
Elpidio H. Rivera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elpidio H. Rivera part of?
Elpidio H. Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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