Serving 156 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Rafael Pujals ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Rafael Pujals ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Rafael Pujals's student population of 156 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Rafael Pujals ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Rafael Pujals is 0.02, which is more 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
#815 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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
85%
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 Dr. Rafael Pujals's ranking?
Dr. Rafael Pujals is ranked #815 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Rafael Pujals?
156 students attend Dr. Rafael Pujals.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr. Rafael Pujals students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Rafael Pujals?
Dr. Rafael Pujals has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Rafael Pujals offer ?
Dr. Rafael Pujals offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Rafael Pujals part of?
Dr. Rafael Pujals is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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