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#441 of 842 schools in PR
Toribio Rivera
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1361, Ciales, PR 00638
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#441 of 842
In Ciales
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#441 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Toribio Rivera
Toribio Rivera is a public elementary school in Ciales, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Toribio Rivera serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Toribio Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #441 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Toribio Rivera show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Toribio 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Toribio Rivera sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Toribio Rivera sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Toribio Rivera — Students at Toribio Rivera score 37% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Toribio Rivera Compares
See how Toribio Rivera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1361, Ciales, PR 00638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Toribio Rivera may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CONCEPCION PEREZ HERNANDEZ (rated 9.2/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTA LAFONTAINE (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Utuado), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE (rated 8.5/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Manati), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ciales, see our Ciales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ANTONIA SERRANO GONZALEZ Jayuya | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| FRANCISCO SERRANO Ciales | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| JAIME COIRA ORTIZ Ciales | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| HATO VIEJO CUMBRE Ciales | 5.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CONCEPCION PEREZ HERNANDEZ Ciales | 5.6 mi | 9.2 |
| ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
| JUAN ANTONIO CORRETJER CIALES Ciales | 5.9 mi | 4.6 |
| JOSEFINA LEON ZAYAS Jayuya | 6.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ANGELICA TORO Jayuya | 6.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ARIANYS NICOLE ROSA LUQUIS Ciales | 6.3 mi | 4.6 |
| NEMESIO R. CANALES Jayuya | 6.6 mi | 4.4 |
| MARTA LAFONTAINE Utuado | 6.3 mi | 8.5 |
| MIGUEL A. SASTRE OLIVER Jayuya | 7.2 mi | 7.8 |
| FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati | 7.7 mi | 8.5 |
| LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo | 8.0 mi | 4.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JUANA G. AVILES Morovis, PR | 6.1 |
| ANTONIO RIVERA Bayamon, PR | 6.0 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce, PR | 6.0 |
| JAIME C. RODRIGUEZ Yabucoa, PR | 6.2 |
| JAIME CASTANER Yauco, PR | 6.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA AGUADILLA Aguadilla, PR | 6.2 |
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.
How does Toribio Rivera rank in PR?
Toribio Rivera ranks #441 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Toribio Rivera's MySchoolScout rating?
Toribio Rivera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Toribio Rivera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Toribio Rivera has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 4 Car-Dependent
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (787) 871-4738
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #441 of 842
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