Serving 220 students in grades 7-12, Salvador Brau 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salvador Brau Intermedia serves the eastern part of Carolina, PR, covering an area of 27.6 square miles. Students typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salvador Brau's student population of 220 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Salvador Brau 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 Salvador Brau 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
#501 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)50-59%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Salvador Brau's ranking?
Salvador Brau is ranked #501 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salvador Brau?
The graduation rate of Salvador Brau is 50-59%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Salvador Brau?
220 students attend Salvador Brau.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Salvador Brau students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salvador Brau?
Salvador Brau has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Salvador Brau offer ?
Salvador Brau offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salvador Brau part of?
Salvador Brau is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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