Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manuel Ortiz Suya ranks in the bottom 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manuel Ortiz Suya ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Manuel Ortiz Suya's student population of 142 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Manuel Ortiz Suya 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 Manuel Ortiz Suya 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
#464 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Ortiz Suya's ranking?
Manuel Ortiz Suya is ranked #464 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Manuel Ortiz Suya?
142 students attend Manuel Ortiz Suya.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Manuel Ortiz Suya students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manuel Ortiz Suya?
Manuel Ortiz Suya has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Manuel Ortiz Suya offer ?
Manuel Ortiz Suya offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manuel Ortiz Suya part of?
Manuel Ortiz Suya is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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