Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-12, La Esperanza ranks in the top 10% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Esperanza ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
La Esperanza's student population of 135 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
La Esperanza ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Esperanza 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
#54 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Esperanza's ranking?
La Esperanza is ranked #54 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend La Esperanza?
135 students attend La Esperanza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of La Esperanza students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does La Esperanza offer ?
La Esperanza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Esperanza part of?
La Esperanza is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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