Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ernestina Bracero ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). 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 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernestina Bracero ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ernestina Bracero's student population of 217 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ernestina Bracero ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ernestina Bracero 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
#132 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
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
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernestina Bracero's ranking?
Ernestina Bracero is ranked #132 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ernestina Bracero?
217 students attend Ernestina Bracero.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ernestina Bracero students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernestina Bracero?
Ernestina Bracero has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ernestina Bracero offer ?
Ernestina Bracero offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Ernestina Bracero part of?
Ernestina Bracero is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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