Serving 288 students in grades 6-8, Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) 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 40% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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 Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer)'s student population of 288 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) 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 Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) 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
#466 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer)'s ranking?
Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) is ranked #466 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer)?
288 students attend Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer)?
Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) offer ?
Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) part of?
Carmen Feliciano Carrera (Intermedia Bo. Palmer) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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