Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ismael Maldonado Lugaro 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ismael Maldonado Lugaro ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ismael Maldonado Lugaro's student population of 182 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Ismael Maldonado Lugaro 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 Ismael Maldonado Lugaro 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
#624 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ismael Maldonado Lugaro's ranking?
Ismael Maldonado Lugaro is ranked #624 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 21% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ismael Maldonado Lugaro?
182 students attend Ismael Maldonado Lugaro.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ismael Maldonado Lugaro students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ismael Maldonado Lugaro?
Ismael Maldonado Lugaro has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ismael Maldonado Lugaro offer ?
Ismael Maldonado Lugaro offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ismael Maldonado Lugaro part of?
Ismael Maldonado Lugaro is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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