Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cerro Gordo Medina ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cerro Gordo Medina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cerro Gordo Medina's student population of 205 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Cerro Gordo Medina ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cerro Gordo Medina is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cerro Gordo Medina's ranking?
Cerro Gordo Medina is ranked #74 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Cerro Gordo Medina?
205 students attend Cerro Gordo Medina.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cerro Gordo Medina students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cerro Gordo Medina?
Cerro Gordo Medina has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Cerro Gordo Medina offer ?
Cerro Gordo Medina offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cerro Gordo Medina part of?
Cerro Gordo Medina is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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