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Toribio Rivera

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1361, Ciales, PR 00638

Enrollment

130

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

School environment

7.0 / 10

Strong

About Toribio Rivera

Toribio Rivera is a public elementary school in Ciales, PR, part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. The school serves approximately 130 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $20,878, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 130 students, Toribio Rivera is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, Toribio 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.

Located in a rural area, Toribio 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
130 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Address
PO BOX 1361, Ciales, PR 00638
Phone
(787) 871-4738
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

PO BOX 1361, Ciales, PR 00638

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado 3.1 mi
ANTONIA SERRANO GONZALEZ Jayuya 3.4 mi
JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida 3.8 mi
JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida 4.1 mi
RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida 4.3 mi
FRANCISCO SERRANO Ciales 4.2 mi
LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida 4.8 mi
JAIME COIRA ORTIZ Ciales 5.2 mi
HATO VIEJO CUMBRE Ciales 5.7 mi
CONCEPCION PEREZ HERNANDEZ Ciales 5.6 mi
ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya 6.1 mi
JUAN ANTONIO CORRETJER CIALES Ciales 5.9 mi
JOSEFINA LEON ZAYAS Jayuya 6.3 mi
ANGELICA TORO Jayuya 6.2 mi
ARIANYS NICOLE ROSA LUQUIS Ciales 6.3 mi
NEMESIO R. CANALES Jayuya 6.6 mi
MARTA LAFONTAINE Utuado 6.3 mi
MIGUEL A. SASTRE OLIVER Jayuya 7.2 mi
FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati 7.7 mi
LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo 8.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$20,878

Median Home Value

$94,500

Median Rent

$404/mo

Population

17,410

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

57.8%

Median Age

45.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Toribio Rivera has a median household income of $20,878. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $94,500, with a median rent of $404/month. The area has a poverty rate of 57.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Toribio Rivera

What grades does Toribio Rivera serve?

Toribio Rivera serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Toribio Rivera?

Toribio Rivera has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Toribio Rivera?

The student-teacher ratio at Toribio Rivera is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Toribio Rivera a charter school?

No, Toribio Rivera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Toribio Rivera a Title I school?

No, Toribio Rivera is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Toribio Rivera?

90.8% of students at Toribio 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.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Ciales Municipio
Data Year
2023–2024

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