Serving 136 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ernesto Vicente Carattini ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernesto Vicente Carattini ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ernesto Vicente Carattini's student population of 136 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Ernesto Vicente Carattini ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ernesto Vicente Carattini 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
#204 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernesto Vicente Carattini's ranking?
Ernesto Vicente Carattini is ranked #204 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ernesto Vicente Carattini?
136 students attend Ernesto Vicente Carattini.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ernesto Vicente Carattini students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernesto Vicente Carattini?
Ernesto Vicente Carattini has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ernesto Vicente Carattini offer ?
Ernesto Vicente Carattini offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ernesto Vicente Carattini part of?
Ernesto Vicente Carattini is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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