Serving 64 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Carmen ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Carmen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
La Carmen's student population of 64 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
La Carmen 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 La Carmen 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
#235 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 La Carmen's ranking?
La Carmen is ranked #235 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend La Carmen?
64 students attend La Carmen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of La Carmen students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Carmen?
La Carmen has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does La Carmen offer ?
La Carmen offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Carmen part of?
La Carmen is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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