Very Good
#286 of 842 schools in PR
Top 34% in state
Ramon T. Rivera
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 40, Barranquitas, PR 00794
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#286 of 842
In Barranquitas
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#286 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Ramon T. Rivera
Ramon T. Rivera is a public elementary school in Barranquitas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ramon T.
Rivera serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramon T. Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Ramon T. Rivera show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, Ramon T. Rivera is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Ramon T. Rivera sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Ramon T. Rivera — Students at Ramon T. Rivera score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 7.5/10.
How Ramon T. Rivera Compares
See how Ramon T. Rivera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 40, Barranquitas, PR 00794
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ramon T. Rivera may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSCAR PORRATA DORIA (rated 9.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Comerio), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barranquitas, see our Barranquitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INOCENCIO CINTRON ZAYAS Barranquitas | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| EL FARALLON Barranquitas | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS Barranquitas | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PEDRO FERNANDEZ Naranjito | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| JOSE COLON GONZALEZ Barranquitas | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| DEMETRIO RIVERA Corozal | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BOTIJAS I Orocovis | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio | 4.2 mi | 9.8 |
| ROSA LUZ ZAYAS Naranjito | 4.3 mi | 8.6 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON ALEJANDRO AYALA Comerio | 4.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo | 5.1 mi | 4.2 |
| JOSE ROJAS CORTES Orocovis | 5.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio | 5.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00794 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,128
Median Home Value
$119,800
Median Rent
$504/mo
Population
28,450
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
49.5%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon, PR | 7.2 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja, PR | 7.2 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce, PR | 7.2 |
| MATEO HERNANDEZ Isabela, PR | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL REXACH DUENO Rio Grande, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ramon T. Rivera
What grades does Ramon T. Rivera serve?
Ramon T. Rivera serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ramon T. Rivera?
Ramon T. Rivera has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramon T. Rivera?
The student-teacher ratio at Ramon T. Rivera is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ramon T. Rivera rank in PR?
Ramon T. Rivera ranks #286 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Ramon T. Rivera's MySchoolScout rating?
Ramon T. Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Ramon T. Rivera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramon T. Rivera has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Ramon T. Rivera a charter school?
No, Ramon T. Rivera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ramon T. Rivera a Title I school?
No, Ramon T. Rivera is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramon T. Rivera?
90.8% of students at Ramon T. 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
- 19 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barranquitas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- Phone
- (787) 857-5571
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #286 of 842
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