Serving 46 students inquire with school, Dr. Jose Padin ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in PR)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Jose Padin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr. Jose Padin's student population of 46 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. Jose Padin 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
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
83%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Jose Padin?
46 students attend Dr. Jose Padin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Jose Padin students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Jose Padin?
Dr. Jose Padin has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What school district is Dr. Jose Padin part of?
Dr. Jose Padin is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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