Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jose Celso Barbosa ranks in the top 30% 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 30% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The SU JOSE C. BARBOSA school serves the southeastern part of Aibonito, PR, covering an area of approximately 31.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose Celso Barbosa's student population of 333 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Celso Barbosa ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Celso Barbosa is 0.02, which is more 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
#234 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Celso Barbosa's ranking?
Jose Celso Barbosa is ranked #234 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Celso Barbosa?
333 students attend Jose Celso Barbosa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jose Celso Barbosa students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose Celso Barbosa?
Jose Celso Barbosa has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Celso Barbosa offer ?
Jose Celso Barbosa offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Celso Barbosa part of?
Jose Celso Barbosa is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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