Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pepita Arenas ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pepita Arenas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pepita Arenas's student population of 212 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Pepita Arenas 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 Pepita Arenas 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
#352 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Pepita Arenas's ranking?
Pepita Arenas is ranked #352 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Pepita Arenas?
212 students attend Pepita Arenas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pepita Arenas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pepita Arenas?
Pepita Arenas has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Pepita Arenas offer ?
Pepita Arenas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pepita Arenas part of?
Pepita Arenas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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