Serving 158 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maria M. Simmons De Rivera ranks in the bottom 50% 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than 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: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria M. Simmons De Rivera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maria M. Simmons De Rivera's student population of 158 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Maria M. Simmons De Rivera 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 Maria M. Simmons De 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
#580 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
1%
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
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria M. Simmons De Rivera's ranking?
Maria M. Simmons De Rivera is ranked #580 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Maria M. Simmons De Rivera often compared to?
Maria M. Simmons De Riverais often viewed alongside schools like Manuela Santiago Collazo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Maria M. Simmons De Rivera?
158 students attend Maria M. Simmons De Rivera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Maria M. Simmons De Rivera students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maria M. Simmons De Rivera?
Maria M. Simmons De Rivera has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria M. Simmons De Rivera offer ?
Maria M. Simmons De Rivera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maria M. Simmons De Rivera part of?
Maria M. Simmons De Rivera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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