Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Josefita Monserrate De Selles ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Josefita Monserrate De Selles ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Josefita Monserrate De Selles's student population of 161 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
161 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Josefita Monserrate De Selles ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Josefita Monserrate De Selles 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
#204 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
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
84%
85%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Josefita Monserrate De Selles's ranking?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles is ranked #204 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Josefita Monserrate De Selles?
161 students attend Josefita Monserrate De Selles.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Josefita Monserrate De Selles students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Josefita Monserrate De Selles?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Josefita Monserrate De Selles offer ?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Josefita Monserrate De Selles part of?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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