Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso ranks in the bottom 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 11% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso's student population of 284 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso 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
#614 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso's ranking?
Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso is ranked #614 out of 836 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso?
284 students attend Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso?
Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso offer ?
Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso part of?
Jose Onofre Torres Fermoso is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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