Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alfredo Dorrington ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Alfredo Dorrington School serves the west part of its district in Hormigueros, PR, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfredo Dorrington's student population of 424 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Alfredo Dorrington ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfredo Dorrington 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
#686 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfredo Dorrington's ranking?
Alfredo Dorrington is ranked #686 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Alfredo Dorrington?
424 students attend Alfredo Dorrington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Alfredo Dorrington students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfredo Dorrington?
Alfredo Dorrington has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Alfredo Dorrington offer ?
Alfredo Dorrington offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfredo Dorrington part of?
Alfredo Dorrington is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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