Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Almirante Norte ranks in the bottom 50% 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 17% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Almirante Norte ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Almirante Norte's student population of 424 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Almirante Norte 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 Almirante Norte 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
#549 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
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 Almirante Norte's ranking?
Almirante Norte is ranked #549 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Almirante Norte?
424 students attend Almirante Norte.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Almirante Norte students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Almirante Norte?
Almirante Norte has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Almirante Norte offer ?
Almirante Norte offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Almirante Norte part of?
Almirante Norte is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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