Serving 173 students in grades 7-9, Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)10-14%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% PR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School?
173 students attend Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School?
Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School offer ?
Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School part of?
Willian Rivera Ponce Middle School is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
Recent Articles
Esports Programs in Public Schools: Benefits & Funding
Explore how esports programs in public schools support academic achievement, boost student engagement, and operate through sustainable funding models and partnerships.
Apprenticeship Pathways in High School: Alternatives to College
Explore apprenticeship pathways in high school as practical alternatives to traditional college routes, including benefits, programs, and career outcomes.
FAFSA Changes and High School College Counseling
Explore how recent FAFSA changes are reshaping high school college counseling, financial aid planning, and what families should expect in the 2026 application cycle.
