Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz 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 19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz's student population of 427 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz 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 Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz 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
#564 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz's ranking?
Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz is ranked #564 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz?
427 students attend Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz?
Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz offer ?
Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz part of?
Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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