Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Blanca Malaret 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 30% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanca Malaret ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blanca Malaret's student population of 510 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blanca Malaret 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 Blanca Malaret 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
#374 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanca Malaret's ranking?
Blanca Malaret is ranked #374 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Blanca Malaret?
510 students attend Blanca Malaret.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Blanca Malaret students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanca Malaret?
Blanca Malaret has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Blanca Malaret offer ?
Blanca Malaret offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Blanca Malaret part of?
Blanca Malaret is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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