Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bartolome De Las Casas 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
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 (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bartolome De Las Casas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Bartolome De Las Casas's student population of 153 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bartolome De Las Casas ranks within the top 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bartolome De Las Casas 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
#305 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bartolome De Las Casas's ranking?
Bartolome De Las Casas is ranked #305 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Bartolome De Las Casas?
153 students attend Bartolome De Las Casas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Bartolome De Las Casas students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bartolome De Las Casas?
Bartolome De Las Casas has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bartolome De Las Casas offer ?
Bartolome De Las Casas offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Bartolome De Las Casas part of?
Bartolome De Las Casas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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