Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera's student population of 247 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera 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
#97 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera's ranking?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is ranked #97 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
247 students attend Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera offer ?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera part of?
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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