Very Good
#205 of 842 schools in PR
Top 24% in state
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 209, Carolina, PR 00985
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#205 of 842
In Carolina
#4 of 25
public schools
In district
#205 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is a public elementary school in Carolina, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Modesto Rivera Rivera serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Dr. Modesto Rivera 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera was 39% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera — Students at Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera Compares
See how Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 209, Carolina, PR 00985
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUANA A. MENDEZ (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARIA TERESA SERRANO (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carolina, see our Carolina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUZ AMERICA CALDERON Carolina | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| AGUSTIN CABRERA Carolina | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| JESUS MARIA SANROMA Carolina | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| CARLOS F. DANIELS Carolina | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| LORENZO VIZCARRONDO Carolina | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSE SEVERO QUINONES Carolina | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| MARIA TERESA SERRANO Carolina | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| GILBERTO CONCEPCION DE GRACIA Carolina | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| FRANCISCO MATIAS LUGO Carolina | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| RVDO. FELIX CASTRO RODRIGUEZ Carolina | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| RENE MARQUES Carolina | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| PEDRO MOCZO BANIET Carolina | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| EDUARDO J. SALDANA Carolina | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PASCASIO P. SANCERRIT Carolina | 2.5 mi | 2.8 |
| DR. JOSE M. LAZARO Carolina | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| JUANA A. MENDEZ Carolina | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00985 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,012
Median Home Value
$144,900
Median Rent
$554/mo
Population
31,783
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
48.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRAY BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San Juan, PR | 7.9 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAYEY Cayey, PR | 7.9 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce, PR | 7.9 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz, PR | 7.9 |
| PEDRO MELENDEZ SANTIAGO Santa Isabel, PR | 7.9 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas, PR | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera
What grades does Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera serve?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera rank in PR?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera ranks #205 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera a charter school?
No, Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera a Title I school?
No, Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
91.1% of students at Dr. Modesto Rivera 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 47 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carolina Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (787) 762-7505
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #205 of 842
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