Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Antonio Velez Alvarado ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Antonio Velez Alvarado ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Antonio Velez Alvarado's student population of 179 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Antonio Velez Alvarado ranks within the top 5% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antonio Velez Alvarado is 0.02, which is more 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
#40 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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
70%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antonio Velez Alvarado's ranking?
Antonio Velez Alvarado is ranked #40 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Antonio Velez Alvarado?
179 students attend Antonio Velez Alvarado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Antonio Velez Alvarado students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antonio Velez Alvarado?
Antonio Velez Alvarado has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Antonio Velez Alvarado offer ?
Antonio Velez Alvarado offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Antonio Velez Alvarado part of?
Antonio Velez Alvarado is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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