Serving 288 students in grades 6-12, Padre Rufo ranks in the top 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Padre Rufo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Padre Rufo's student population of 288 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Padre Rufo ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Padre Rufo is 0.04, 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
#332 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-89%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Padre Rufo's ranking?
Padre Rufo is ranked #332 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Padre Rufo often compared to?
Padre Rufois often viewed alongside schools like Rafael Cordero San Juan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Padre Rufo?
The graduation rate of Padre Rufo is 80-89%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Padre Rufo?
288 students attend Padre Rufo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Padre Rufo students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Padre Rufo?
Padre Rufo has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Padre Rufo offer ?
Padre Rufo offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Padre Rufo part of?
Padre Rufo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hi i am interesting in the admission process for your school y call in few occasions at 787-723-4930 and i don't have exit in the communication. I like to know the requisite for the admission in your school my cell number 787-444-6134.
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Ana Celeste Mercado Matías
5 10/10/2025
HI...MY NAME IS DAMARIS DE SALAMANCA...I LIVE IN MIAMI..IM INTERESTED IN THE ADMISSION FOR THE SCHOOL FOR MY TWO DAUGHTERS,,,7 TH AND 10 TH GRADE....IM PLANNING OF MOVING TO P,R ON FEBRUARY 2016...I WILL LIKE TO KNOW IF THEY CAN ENTER IN JANUARY IN THE SAME GRADE..THANK YOU...I WILL ALSO BE CALLING THE SCHOOL..THANK YOU...MY NUMBER IS 786-447-0307
5 10/10/2025
I have personally been to this school. People who attend(ed) it in 2012 were pretty kind and helpful, summer school is pretty creative. The school it self may have changed but the staff and faculty hasn't changed much!
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