Below Average
#656 of 842 schools in PR
Elpidio H. Rivera
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 3050, Mayaguez, PR 00682
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#656 of 842
In Mayaguez
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#656 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Elpidio H. Rivera
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About Elpidio H. Rivera
Elpidio H. Rivera is a public school in Mayaguez, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elpidio H.
Rivera serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Elpidio H. Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Elpidio H. Rivera show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Elpidio H. Rivera sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at Elpidio H. Rivera were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Elpidio H. Rivera — Students at Elpidio H. Rivera score 20% proficient, which is below 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Elpidio H. Rivera Compares
See how Elpidio H. Rivera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 3050, Mayaguez, PR 00682
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elpidio H. Rivera may also want to explore other schools in the area. MANUEL A. BARRETO (rated 4.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is MARIA DOLORES FARIA (rated 4.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ (rated 4.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hormigueros), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mayaguez, see our Mayaguez schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| MARIA LUISA ARCELAY Mayaguez | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MANUEL A. BARRETO Mayaguez | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| RAFAEL MARTINEZ NADAL MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MARIA DOLORES FARIA Mayaguez | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| DR PEDRO PEREA FAJARDO Mayaguez | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| MARIANO RIERA PALMER Mayaguez | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| OLGA MAS RAMIREZ Mayaguez | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ALFREDO DORRINGTON Hormigueros | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO Hormigueros | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS MAYAGUEZ (CROEM) Mayaguez | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| ESTEBAN ROSADO BAEZ Mayaguez | 4.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LAURA MERCADO San German | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ELVIRA RUPERTO QUILES Mayaguez | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GEORGINA ALVARADO San German | 5.4 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00682 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,067
Median Home Value
$116,800
Median Rent
$448/mo
Population
29,939
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
53.9%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA AGUADA Aguada, PR | 4.9 |
| STELLA MARQUEZ Salinas, PR | 4.9 |
| FERMIN DELGADO DIAZ Naguabo, PR | 4.6 |
| SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo, PR | 5.0 |
| TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo, PR | 5.1 |
| MANUEL A. BARRETO Mayaguez, PR | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elpidio H. Rivera
What grades does Elpidio H. Rivera serve?
Elpidio H. Rivera serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Elpidio H. Rivera?
Elpidio H. Rivera has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elpidio H. Rivera?
The student-teacher ratio at Elpidio H. Rivera is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elpidio H. Rivera rank in PR?
Elpidio H. Rivera ranks #656 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Elpidio H. Rivera's MySchoolScout rating?
Elpidio H. Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Elpidio H. Rivera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elpidio H. Rivera has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Elpidio H. Rivera a charter school?
No, Elpidio H. Rivera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elpidio H. Rivera a Title I school?
No, Elpidio H. Rivera is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elpidio H. Rivera?
91.1% of students at Elpidio H. 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
- 21 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mayagüez Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (787) 833-5560
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #656 of 842
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