Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington I 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 12:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington I's student population of 232 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Washington I 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 Washington I 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington I's ranking?
Washington I 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 Washington I?
232 students attend Washington I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Washington I students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington I?
Washington I has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Washington I offer ?
Washington I offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington I part of?
Washington I is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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