Serving 165 students in grades 5-8, 20 De Septiembre De 1988 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
20 De Septiembre De 1988 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
20 De Septiembre De 1988's student population of 165 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
20 De Septiembre De 1988 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 20 De Septiembre De 1988 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
#765 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 20 De Septiembre De 1988's ranking?
20 De Septiembre De 1988 is ranked #765 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 21% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend 20 De Septiembre De 1988?
165 students attend 20 De Septiembre De 1988.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of 20 De Septiembre De 1988 students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 20 De Septiembre De 1988?
20 De Septiembre De 1988 has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does 20 De Septiembre De 1988 offer ?
20 De Septiembre De 1988 offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is 20 De Septiembre De 1988 part of?
20 De Septiembre De 1988 is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 9/9/2017
I am trying to locate my son Jacob Perez I think he graduated there ,I lost track of him, my name is Gilberto Perez I need documents stating that he graduated there can u please contact me at 347 858 9479 thank you .
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