Serving 115 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aurea E. Rivera Collazo ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo's student population of 115 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurea E. Rivera Collazo 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
#228 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurea E. Rivera Collazo's ranking?
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo is ranked #228 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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).
How many students attend Aurea E. Rivera Collazo?
115 students attend Aurea E. Rivera Collazo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Aurea E. Rivera Collazo students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurea E. Rivera Collazo?
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Aurea E. Rivera Collazo offer ?
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aurea E. Rivera Collazo part of?
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurea E. Rivera Collazo located?
Aurea E. Rivera Collazo is located in the El Madrigal neighborhood of Ponce, PR.
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