Average
#363 of 842 schools in PR
Top 43% in state
Hector I. Rivera
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1102, Adjuntas, PR 00601
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#363 of 842
In Adjuntas
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#363 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Hector I. Rivera
Hector I. Rivera is a public elementary school in Adjuntas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Hector I.
Rivera serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hector I. Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #363 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Hector I. Rivera show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Hector I. Rivera may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Hector I. Rivera — Students at Hector I. Rivera score 25% 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Hector I. Rivera Compares
See how Hector I. Rivera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1102, Adjuntas, PR 00601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hector I. Rivera may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDITH A. VIVAS (rated 9.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Utuado), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA (rated 9.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Utuado), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOMINGO MASSOL (rated 9.1/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Adjuntas, see our Adjuntas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GABRIELA MISTRAL LARES Lares | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| JULIO LEBRON SOTO Lares | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| DOMINGO PIETRI RUIZ Adjuntas | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL APARICIO JIMENEZ Adjuntas | 5.0 mi | 4.1 |
| JOSE EMILIO LUGO Adjuntas | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 6.0 mi | 5.2 |
| INOCENCIO MONTERO Utuado | 5.9 mi | 7.0 |
| DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas | 6.1 mi | 9.1 |
| ANGELICA DELGADO Lares | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA UTUADO Utuado | 6.6 mi | 5.5 |
| VOCACIONAL ANTONIO REYES PADILLA Utuado | 6.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado | 7.0 mi | 9.5 |
| LENA M. FRANCESCHI IRIZARRY Yauco | 6.8 mi | 3.9 |
| PROFESOR RAFAEL ALICEA VAZQUEZ Lares | 7.1 mi | 5.7 |
| FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado | 7.5 mi | 4.0 |
| MARIA LIBERTAD GOMEZ Utuado | 7.5 mi | 4.4 |
| BERNARDO GONZALEZ COLON Utuado | 7.6 mi | 5.6 |
| JAIME CASTANER Yauco | 8.1 mi | 6.2 |
| JUDITH A. VIVAS Utuado | 8.0 mi | 9.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,571
Median Home Value
$89,500
Median Rent
$414/mo
Population
16,721
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
61.2%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASUNCION LUGO Yabucoa, PR | 6.7 |
| ELEONOR ROOSEVELT San Juan, PR | 6.7 |
| ELVIRA RUPERTO QUILES Mayaguez, PR | 6.7 |
| ERNESTO VICENTE CARATTINI Cidra, PR | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 6.7 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas, PR | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hector I. Rivera
What grades does Hector I. Rivera serve?
Hector I. Rivera serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hector I. Rivera?
Hector I. Rivera has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hector I. Rivera?
The student-teacher ratio at Hector I. Rivera is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hector I. Rivera rank in PR?
Hector I. Rivera ranks #363 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Hector I. Rivera's MySchoolScout rating?
Hector I. Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Hector I. Rivera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hector I. Rivera has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Hector I. Rivera a charter school?
No, Hector I. Rivera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hector I. Rivera a Title I school?
No, Hector I. Rivera is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hector I. Rivera?
91.1% of students at Hector I. 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
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Adjuntas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (787) 829-3030
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #363 of 842
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