Serving 161 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Jose Padin ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Padin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jose Padin's student population of 161 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Padin ranks within the top 5% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Padin 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
#33 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
84%
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 Jose Padin's ranking?
Jose Padin is ranked #33 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Padin?
161 students attend Jose Padin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Padin students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Padin?
Jose Padin has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Padin offer ?
Jose Padin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Padin part of?
Jose Padin is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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