Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Carmen ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Carmen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
La Carmen's student population of 55 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
La Carmen ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Carmen 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
#134 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
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
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Carmen's ranking?
La Carmen is ranked #134 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend La Carmen?
55 students attend La Carmen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of La Carmen students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Carmen?
La Carmen has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does La Carmen offer ?
La Carmen offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Carmen part of?
La Carmen is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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