Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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.
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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada)'s student population of 263 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) 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 Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) 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
#97 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada)'s ranking?
Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) is ranked #97 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada)?
263 students attend Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada)?
Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) offer ?
Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) part of?
Elba Lugo Carrion (Especializada) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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