Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro)'s student population of 134 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) 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 Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) 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
#399 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
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
Graduation Rate
60-79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 is Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro)'s ranking?
Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) is ranked #399 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro)?
The graduation rate of Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) is 60-79%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro)?
134 students attend Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro)?
Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) offer ?
Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) part of?
Jose Julian Acosta (Teatro) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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