Serving 304 students in grades 9-12, Carmen Belen Veiga 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Belen Veiga ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Carmen Belen Veiga's student population of 304 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Carmen Belen Veiga 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 Carmen Belen Veiga 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
#451 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)65-69%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen Belen Veiga's ranking?
Carmen Belen Veiga is ranked #451 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carmen Belen Veiga?
The graduation rate of Carmen Belen Veiga is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Carmen Belen Veiga?
304 students attend Carmen Belen Veiga.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Carmen Belen Veiga students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmen Belen Veiga?
Carmen Belen Veiga has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carmen Belen Veiga offer ?
Carmen Belen Veiga offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmen Belen Veiga part of?
Carmen Belen Veiga is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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