Serving 226 students in grades 6-8, Jesus T. Pinero 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 3% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jesus T. Pinero's student population of 226 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jesus T. Pinero 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 Jesus T. Pinero 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
#826 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
85%
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 Jesus T. Pinero's ranking?
Jesus T. Pinero is ranked #826 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jesus T. Pinero?
226 students attend Jesus T. Pinero.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jesus T. Pinero students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesus T. Pinero?
Jesus T. Pinero has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jesus T. Pinero offer ?
Jesus T. Pinero offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jesus T. Pinero part of?
Jesus T. Pinero is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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