Serving 215 students in grades 6-8, Elvira Vicente 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 9% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elvira Vicente's student population of 215 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Elvira Vicente 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 Elvira Vicente 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
#591 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elvira Vicente's ranking?
Elvira Vicente is ranked #591 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Elvira Vicente?
215 students attend Elvira Vicente.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Elvira Vicente students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elvira Vicente?
Elvira Vicente has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Elvira Vicente offer ?
Elvira Vicente offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elvira Vicente part of?
Elvira Vicente is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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