Serving 122 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce's student population of 122 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce 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
#385 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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 Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce's ranking?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce is ranked #385 out of 839 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce?
122 students attend Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce offer ?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce part of?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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