Serving 297 students in grades 6-8, Benigno Fernandez Garcia ranks in the bottom 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 8% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benigno Fernandez Garcia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benigno Fernandez Garcia's student population of 297 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benigno Fernandez Garcia ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benigno Fernandez Garcia 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
#616 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
86%
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 Benigno Fernandez Garcia's ranking?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia is ranked #616 out of 836 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Benigno Fernandez Garcia?
297 students attend Benigno Fernandez Garcia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benigno Fernandez Garcia students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benigno Fernandez Garcia?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benigno Fernandez Garcia offer ?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benigno Fernandez Garcia part of?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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