Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Federico Degetau 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 9% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Federico Degetau ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Federico Degetau's student population of 338 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Federico Degetau 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 Federico Degetau 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
#589 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
85%
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 Federico Degetau's ranking?
Federico Degetau is ranked #589 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Federico Degetau?
338 students attend Federico Degetau.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Federico Degetau students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Federico Degetau?
Federico Degetau has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Federico Degetau offer ?
Federico Degetau offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Federico Degetau part of?
Federico Degetau is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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