Serving 337 students in grades 6-12, Alcides Figueroa ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcides Figueroa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alcides Figueroa's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Alcides Figueroa 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 Alcides Figueroa 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
#192 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
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
≥90%
74%
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 Alcides Figueroa's ranking?
Alcides Figueroa is ranked #192 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Alcides Figueroa often compared to?
Alcides Figueroais often viewed alongside schools like Isabel Suarez, Dr. Carlos Gonzalez by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alcides Figueroa?
The graduation rate of Alcides Figueroa is 90%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Alcides Figueroa?
337 students attend Alcides Figueroa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alcides Figueroa students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alcides Figueroa?
Alcides Figueroa has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Alcides Figueroa offer ?
Alcides Figueroa offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcides Figueroa part of?
Alcides Figueroa is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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