Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jose Calzada Ferrer 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 10-14% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Calzada Ferrer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jose Calzada Ferrer's student population of 239 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Calzada Ferrer 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 Jose Calzada Ferrer 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
#796 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
85%
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 Jose Calzada Ferrer's ranking?
Jose Calzada Ferrer is ranked #796 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Calzada Ferrer?
239 students attend Jose Calzada Ferrer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Calzada Ferrer students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Calzada Ferrer?
Jose Calzada Ferrer has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Calzada Ferrer offer ?
Jose Calzada Ferrer offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jose Calzada Ferrer part of?
Jose Calzada Ferrer is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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