Serving 137 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Norma I. Torres Colon ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norma I. Torres Colon's student population of 137 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Norma I. Torres Colon 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 Norma I. Torres Colon 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
#326 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norma I. Torres Colon's ranking?
Norma I. Torres Colon is ranked #326 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Norma I. Torres Colon?
137 students attend Norma I. Torres Colon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Norma I. Torres Colon students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norma I. Torres Colon?
Norma I. Torres Colon has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Norma I. Torres Colon offer ?
Norma I. Torres Colon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norma I. Torres Colon part of?
Norma I. Torres Colon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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