Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Francisco Serrano 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 20% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francisco Serrano ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francisco Serrano's student population of 283 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francisco Serrano ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francisco Serrano 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
#398 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francisco Serrano's ranking?
Francisco Serrano is ranked #398 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Francisco Serrano?
283 students attend Francisco Serrano.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Francisco Serrano students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francisco Serrano?
Francisco Serrano has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Francisco Serrano offer ?
Francisco Serrano offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Francisco Serrano part of?
Francisco Serrano is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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