Serving 429 students in grades 6-8, Ramon De Jesus Sierra 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 10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ramon De Jesus Sierra's student population of 429 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Ramon De Jesus Sierra 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 Ramon De Jesus Sierra 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
#424 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Ramon De Jesus Sierra's ranking?
Ramon De Jesus Sierra is ranked #424 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ramon De Jesus Sierra?
429 students attend Ramon De Jesus Sierra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ramon De Jesus Sierra students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramon De Jesus Sierra?
Ramon De Jesus Sierra has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ramon De Jesus Sierra offer ?
Ramon De Jesus Sierra offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramon De Jesus Sierra part of?
Ramon De Jesus Sierra is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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