Serving 186 students in grades 6-8, Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente ranks in the bottom 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente serves the northeast part of Dorado, PR, covering approximately 53.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente's student population of 186 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente is 0.04, 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
#834 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
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)57.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente's ranking?
Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente is ranked #834 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente?
186 students attend Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente?
Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente offer ?
Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente part of?
Ricardo Arroyo Laracuente is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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