Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Manuel A. Barreto 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 4% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manuel A. Barreto ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Manuel A. Barreto's student population of 304 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Manuel A. Barreto 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 Manuel A. Barreto 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
#820 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
76%
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 Manuel A. Barreto's ranking?
Manuel A. Barreto is ranked #820 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Manuel A. Barreto?
304 students attend Manuel A. Barreto.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Manuel A. Barreto students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel A. Barreto?
Manuel A. Barreto has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Manuel A. Barreto offer ?
Manuel A. Barreto offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manuel A. Barreto part of?
Manuel A. Barreto is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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