Serving 147 students in grades 6-12, Rafael Cordero San Juan ranks in the top 30% 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Cordero San Juan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rafael Cordero San Juan's student population of 147 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rafael Cordero San Juan ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Cordero San Juan 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
#249 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Rafael Cordero San Juan's ranking?
Rafael Cordero San Juan is ranked #249 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Rafael Cordero San Juan often compared to?
Rafael Cordero San Juanis often viewed alongside schools like Padre Rufo, Gabriela Mistral San Juan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rafael Cordero San Juan?
The graduation rate of Rafael Cordero San Juan is 90%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Rafael Cordero San Juan?
147 students attend Rafael Cordero San Juan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Cordero San Juan students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rafael Cordero San Juan?
Rafael Cordero San Juan has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Cordero San Juan offer ?
Rafael Cordero San Juan offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rafael Cordero San Juan part of?
Rafael Cordero San Juan is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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