Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hipolito Garcia Borrero ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hipolito Garcia Borrero ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hipolito Garcia Borrero's student population of 168 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Hipolito Garcia Borrero ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hipolito Garcia Borrero 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
#284 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
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 Hipolito Garcia Borrero's ranking?
Hipolito Garcia Borrero is ranked #284 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Hipolito Garcia Borrero often compared to?
Hipolito Garcia Borrerois often viewed alongside schools like Gloria Maria Borrero Oliveras, Aristides Cales Quiros by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Hipolito Garcia Borrero?
168 students attend Hipolito Garcia Borrero.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hipolito Garcia Borrero students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hipolito Garcia Borrero?
Hipolito Garcia Borrero has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Hipolito Garcia Borrero offer ?
Hipolito Garcia Borrero offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hipolito Garcia Borrero part of?
Hipolito Garcia Borrero is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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