Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Josefina Boya Leon ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Josefina Boya Leon's student population of 229 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Josefina Boya Leon 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 Josefina Boya Leon 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
#352 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Josefina Boya Leon's ranking?
Josefina Boya Leon is ranked #352 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Josefina Boya Leon?
229 students attend Josefina Boya Leon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Josefina Boya Leon students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Josefina Boya Leon?
Josefina Boya Leon has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Josefina Boya Leon offer ?
Josefina Boya Leon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Josefina Boya Leon part of?
Josefina Boya Leon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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