Serving 345 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vicente Acevedo Ballester 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 16% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vicente Acevedo Ballester ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vicente Acevedo Ballester's student population of 345 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Vicente Acevedo Ballester 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 Vicente Acevedo Ballester 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
#433 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vicente Acevedo Ballester's ranking?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester is ranked #433 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Vicente Acevedo Ballester?
345 students attend Vicente Acevedo Ballester.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Vicente Acevedo Ballester students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vicente Acevedo Ballester?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Vicente Acevedo Ballester offer ?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vicente Acevedo Ballester part of?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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