Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carmen Barroso Morales ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Barroso Morales ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmen Barroso Morales's student population of 243 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Carmen Barroso Morales ranks within the top 5% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmen Barroso Morales is 0.04, 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
#18 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
2%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen Barroso Morales's ranking?
Carmen Barroso Morales is ranked #18 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Carmen Barroso Morales?
243 students attend Carmen Barroso Morales.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Carmen Barroso Morales students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmen Barroso Morales?
Carmen Barroso Morales has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carmen Barroso Morales offer ?
Carmen Barroso Morales offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmen Barroso Morales part of?
Carmen Barroso Morales is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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