Serving 86 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ludovico Costoso ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ludovico Costoso ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ludovico Costoso's student population of 86 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Ludovico Costoso ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ludovico Costoso 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
#367 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ludovico Costoso's ranking?
Ludovico Costoso is ranked #367 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ludovico Costoso?
86 students attend Ludovico Costoso.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ludovico Costoso students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ludovico Costoso?
Ludovico Costoso has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ludovico Costoso offer ?
Ludovico Costoso offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ludovico Costoso part of?
Ludovico Costoso is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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