Serving 258 students in grades 6-8, Rafael Aparicio Jimenez 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 is 3% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rafael Aparicio Jimenez's student population of 258 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Aparicio Jimenez 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 Rafael Aparicio Jimenez 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
#603 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
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 Rafael Aparicio Jimenez's ranking?
Rafael Aparicio Jimenez is ranked #603 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Aparicio Jimenez?
258 students attend Rafael Aparicio Jimenez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Aparicio Jimenez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Aparicio Jimenez?
Rafael Aparicio Jimenez has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Aparicio Jimenez offer ?
Rafael Aparicio Jimenez offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rafael Aparicio Jimenez part of?
Rafael Aparicio Jimenez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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