Serving 39 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra's student population of 39 students has declined by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)90-94%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)85-89%
45%
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% PR state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra?
39 students attend Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra?
Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra offer ?
Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra part of?
Benigna Ines Caratini Esparra is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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