Serving 148 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bonifacio Alvarado ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonifacio Alvarado ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Bonifacio Alvarado's student population of 148 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bonifacio Alvarado ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonifacio Alvarado 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
#115 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
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
84%
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 Bonifacio Alvarado's ranking?
Bonifacio Alvarado is ranked #115 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Bonifacio Alvarado?
148 students attend Bonifacio Alvarado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bonifacio Alvarado students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonifacio Alvarado?
Bonifacio Alvarado has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Bonifacio Alvarado offer ?
Bonifacio Alvarado offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bonifacio Alvarado part of?
Bonifacio Alvarado is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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