Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fray Bartolome De Las Casas ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas's student population of 214 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas ranks within the top 10% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fray Bartolome De Las Casas 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
#83 out of 836 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fray Bartolome De Las Casas's ranking?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is ranked #83 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
214 students attend Fray Bartolome De Las Casas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fray Bartolome De Las Casas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fray Bartolome De Las Casas offer ?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fray Bartolome De Las Casas part of?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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