Serving 527 students in grades 9-12, Fernando Suria Chavez ranks in the top 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernando Suria Chavez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fernando Suria Chavez's student population of 527 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Fernando Suria Chavez ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernando Suria Chavez 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
#391 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
Graduation Rate
65-69%
74%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernando Suria Chavez's ranking?
Fernando Suria Chavez is ranked #391 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fernando Suria Chavez?
The graduation rate of Fernando Suria Chavez is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Fernando Suria Chavez?
527 students attend Fernando Suria Chavez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fernando Suria Chavez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernando Suria Chavez?
Fernando Suria Chavez has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Fernando Suria Chavez offer ?
Fernando Suria Chavez offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernando Suria Chavez part of?
Fernando Suria Chavez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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