Serving 104 students in grades 8-12, Centro Vocacional Especial ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centro Vocacional Especial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Centro Vocacional Especial's student population of 104 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centro Vocacional Especial ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centro Vocacional Especial 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
#593 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
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
86%
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 Centro Vocacional Especial's ranking?
Centro Vocacional Especial is ranked #593 out of 836 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Centro Vocacional Especial?
104 students attend Centro Vocacional Especial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Centro Vocacional Especial students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centro Vocacional Especial?
Centro Vocacional Especial has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Centro Vocacional Especial offer ?
Centro Vocacional Especial offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Centro Vocacional Especial part of?
Centro Vocacional Especial is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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