Very Good
#214 of 842 schools in PR
Top 25% in state
Padre Rufo
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
236 CALLE DEL PARQUE, San Juan, PR 00909
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#214 of 842
In San Juan
#20 of 82
public schools
In district
#214 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Padre Rufo
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About Padre Rufo
Padre Rufo is a public high school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Padre Rufo serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Padre Rufo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #214 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Padre Rufo show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Padre Rufo — Students at Padre Rufo 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Padre Rufo Compares
See how Padre Rufo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
236 CALLE DEL PARQUE, San Juan, PR 00909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Padre Rufo may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JULIAN E. BLANCO - BALLET (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CENTRAL DE ARTES VISUALES (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JULIAN E. BLANCO - BALLET San Juan | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| CENTRAL DE ARTES VISUALES San Juan | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| INSTITUTO LOAIZA CORDERO San Juan | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DR. FACUNDO BUESO San Juan | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RAFAEL MARIA DE LABRA San Juan | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ANTONIO B. CAIMARY San Juan | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| FEDERICO ASENJO - PRETECNICA San Juan | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| DR. FRANCISCO HERNANDEZ Y GAETAN San Juan | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| REPUBLICA DEL PERU San Juan | 1.0 mi | 2.6 |
| RAFAEL CORDERO SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LUIS RODRIGUEZ CABRERO San Juan | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| DR. JULIO J. HENNA San Juan | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,066
Median Home Value
$199,100
Median Rent
$719/mo
Population
5,466
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
42.5%
Poverty Rate
43.5%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALCIDES FIGUEROA Anasco, PR | 7.9 |
| JUAN JOSE OSUNA San Juan, PR | 7.9 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 8.0 |
| PABLO DAVID BURGOS MARRERO Corozal, PR | 7.5 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra, PR | 8.2 |
| EVA Y PATRIA CUSTODIO Las Marias, PR | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Padre Rufo
What grades does Padre Rufo serve?
Padre Rufo serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Padre Rufo?
Padre Rufo has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Padre Rufo?
The student-teacher ratio at Padre Rufo is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Padre Rufo rank in PR?
Padre Rufo ranks #214 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Padre Rufo's MySchoolScout rating?
Padre Rufo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Padre Rufo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Padre Rufo has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Padre Rufo a charter school?
No, Padre Rufo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Padre Rufo a Title I school?
No, Padre Rufo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Padre Rufo?
91.1% of students at Padre Rufo 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
- 88 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.2%
- Phone
- (787) 723-4930
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #214 of 842
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