Below Average
#645 of 842 schools in PR
Demetrio Rivera
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 80124, Corozal, PR 00783
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#645 of 842
In Corozal
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#645 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Demetrio Rivera
Demetrio Rivera is a public elementary school in Corozal, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Demetrio Rivera serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Demetrio Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Demetrio Rivera show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1, Demetrio Rivera offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Demetrio Rivera — Students at Demetrio Rivera score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How Demetrio Rivera Compares
See how Demetrio Rivera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 80124, Corozal, PR 00783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Demetrio Rivera may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VISITACION PAGAN (rated 9.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), which scores notably higher. Another option is ESPERANZA GONZALEZ (rated 9.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Morovis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ (rated 8.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Barranquitas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corozal, see our Corozal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. JOSE PADIN COROZAL Corozal | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BOTIJAS I Orocovis | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ Corozal | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| INOCENCIO CINTRON ZAYAS Barranquitas | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis | 4.0 mi | 8.6 |
| VISITACION PAGAN Orocovis | 3.9 mi | 9.6 |
| EL FARALLON Barranquitas | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| PEDRO FERNANDEZ Naranjito | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas | 4.3 mi | 8.8 |
| NELIDA MELENDEZ MELENDEZ Orocovis | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis | 4.4 mi | 9.5 |
| JULIAN MARRERO Corozal | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ALBERTO MELENDEZ Orocovis | 4.6 mi | 4.0 |
| JOSE ROJAS CORTES Orocovis | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SANAMUERTOS Orocovis | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| EMILIO R. DELGADO Corozal | 5.1 mi | 3.9 |
| JOSE R. BARRERAS Morovis | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| GENARO BOU Corozal | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MANUEL BOU GALI Corozal | 5.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,429
Median Home Value
$118,300
Median Rent
$527/mo
Population
34,266
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
43.4%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EDMUNDO DEL VALLE CRUZ Rio Grande, PR | 4.9 |
| JOSE CALZADA FERRER Canovanas, PR | 4.9 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 4.9 |
| RAFAEL MARTINEZ NADAL MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez, PR | 4.9 |
| BERNALDO MENDEZ JIMENEZ San Sebastian, PR | 5.0 |
| BOTIJAS I Orocovis, PR | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Demetrio Rivera
What grades does Demetrio Rivera serve?
Demetrio Rivera serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Demetrio Rivera?
Demetrio Rivera has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Demetrio Rivera?
The student-teacher ratio at Demetrio Rivera is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Demetrio Rivera rank in PR?
Demetrio Rivera ranks #645 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Demetrio Rivera's MySchoolScout rating?
Demetrio Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Demetrio Rivera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Demetrio Rivera has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Demetrio Rivera a charter school?
No, Demetrio Rivera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Demetrio Rivera a Title I school?
No, Demetrio Rivera is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Demetrio Rivera?
90.9% of students at Demetrio Rivera qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Corozal Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (787) 859-4111
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #645 of 842
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