Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ralph W. Emerson ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Ralph W. Emerson school serves the northwest part of Camuy, PR, covering an area of approximately 62 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralph W. Emerson's student population of 370 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ralph W. Emerson 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 Ralph W. Emerson 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
#343 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph W. Emerson's ranking?
Ralph W. Emerson is ranked #343 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ralph W. Emerson?
370 students attend Ralph W. Emerson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ralph W. Emerson students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph W. Emerson?
Ralph W. Emerson has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ralph W. Emerson offer ?
Ralph W. Emerson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralph W. Emerson part of?
Ralph W. Emerson is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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