Serving 79 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joaquin Ferran ranks in the top 20% 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 was 70-79% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-79% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% PR state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Joaquin Ferran?
79 students attend Joaquin Ferran.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Joaquin Ferran students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joaquin Ferran?
Joaquin Ferran has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Joaquin Ferran offer ?
Joaquin Ferran offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joaquin Ferran part of?
Joaquin Ferran is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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