Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jose Celso Barbosa ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose Celso Barbosa's student population of 312 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Celso Barbosa 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 Jose Celso Barbosa 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
#251 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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 Jose Celso Barbosa's ranking?
Jose Celso Barbosa is ranked #251 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Celso Barbosa?
312 students attend Jose Celso Barbosa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Celso Barbosa students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Celso Barbosa?
Jose Celso Barbosa has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Celso Barbosa offer ?
Jose Celso Barbosa offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Celso Barbosa part of?
Jose Celso Barbosa is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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