Serving 191 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benigno Fernandez Garcia's student population of 191 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Benigno Fernandez Garcia 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 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
#825 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
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 #825 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Benigno Fernandez Garcia?
191 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 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Benigno Fernandez Garcia offer ?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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