Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Inocencio Montero ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Inocencio A. Montero serves the west part of Utuado, PR, covering an area of approximately 115.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Inocencio Montero's student population of 260 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Inocencio Montero 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 Inocencio Montero 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
#386 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
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 Inocencio Montero's ranking?
Inocencio Montero is ranked #386 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Inocencio Montero?
260 students attend Inocencio Montero.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Inocencio Montero students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Inocencio Montero?
Inocencio Montero has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Inocencio Montero offer ?
Inocencio Montero offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Inocencio Montero part of?
Inocencio Montero is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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