Serving 175 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pepita Garriga ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pepita Garriga ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Community Size
School Overview
Pepita Garriga's student population of 175 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pepita Garriga ranks within the top 20% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pepita Garriga 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
#115 out of 836 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepita Garriga's ranking?
Pepita Garriga is ranked #115 out of 836 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 33% PR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Pepita Garriga?
175 students attend Pepita Garriga.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pepita Garriga students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pepita Garriga?
Pepita Garriga has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pepita Garriga offer ?
Pepita Garriga offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pepita Garriga part of?
Pepita Garriga is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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