Serving 178 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Botijas I ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Botijas I ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Botijas I's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Botijas I ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Botijas I 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
#196 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Botijas I's ranking?
Botijas I is ranked #196 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Botijas I?
178 students attend Botijas I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Botijas I students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Botijas I?
Botijas I has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Botijas I offer ?
Botijas I offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Botijas I part of?
Botijas I is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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