Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maria Teresa Serrano ranks in the top 10% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Teresa Serrano 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
School Overview
Maria Teresa Serrano's student population of 259 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Maria Teresa Serrano ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maria Teresa Serrano 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
#50 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
72%
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 Maria Teresa Serrano's ranking?
Maria Teresa Serrano is ranked #50 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Maria Teresa Serrano?
259 students attend Maria Teresa Serrano.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Maria Teresa Serrano students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maria Teresa Serrano?
Maria Teresa Serrano has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria Teresa Serrano offer ?
Maria Teresa Serrano offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maria Teresa Serrano part of?
Maria Teresa Serrano is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Maria Teresa Serrano located?
Maria Teresa Serrano is located in the Sabana Abajo neighborhood of Carolina, PR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sabana Abajo.
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