Pasto is a barrio in the municipality of Aibonito, Puerto Rico. Its population in 2010 was 4,184.
Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Pasto ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pasto ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pasto's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Pasto ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pasto 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
#203 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Pasto's ranking?
Pasto is ranked #203 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Pasto?
411 students attend Pasto.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pasto students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pasto?
Pasto has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Pasto offer ?
Pasto offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pasto part of?
Pasto is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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