Serving 97 students in grades 6-8, Intermedia Tallaboa Alta 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 ≤5% (which is lower 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 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Intermedia Tallaboa Alta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Intermedia Tallaboa Alta's student population of 97 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Intermedia Tallaboa Alta 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 Intermedia Tallaboa Alta 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
#764 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Intermedia Tallaboa Alta's ranking?
Intermedia Tallaboa Alta is ranked #764 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?
≤5% 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 Intermedia Tallaboa Alta?
97 students attend Intermedia Tallaboa Alta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Intermedia Tallaboa Alta students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Intermedia Tallaboa Alta?
Intermedia Tallaboa Alta has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Intermedia Tallaboa Alta offer ?
Intermedia Tallaboa Alta offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Intermedia Tallaboa Alta part of?
Intermedia Tallaboa Alta is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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