Serving 308 students in grades 4-8, Sotero Figueroa 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 30% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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: 4-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sotero Figueroa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sotero Figueroa's student population of 308 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Sotero Figueroa 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 Sotero Figueroa 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
#172 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
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
84%
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 Sotero Figueroa's ranking?
Sotero Figueroa is ranked #172 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Sotero Figueroa often compared to?
Sotero Figueroais often viewed alongside schools like Central De Artes Visuales, Ernesto Ramos Antonini - Musica by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Sotero Figueroa?
308 students attend Sotero Figueroa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sotero Figueroa students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sotero Figueroa?
Sotero Figueroa has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Sotero Figueroa offer ?
Sotero Figueroa offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sotero Figueroa part of?
Sotero Figueroa is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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