Serving 320 students in grades 6-12, Republica Del Peru 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Republica Del Peru ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Republica Del Peru's student population of 320 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 94% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Republica Del Peru 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 Republica Del Peru 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
#796 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
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 Republica Del Peru's ranking?
Republica Del Peru is ranked #796 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Republica Del Peru?
320 students attend Republica Del Peru.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Republica Del Peru students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Republica Del Peru?
Republica Del Peru has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Republica Del Peru offer ?
Republica Del Peru offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Republica Del Peru part of?
Republica Del Peru is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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