Serving 169 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Julio Alvarado Tricoche ranks in the bottom 50% 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 15-19% (which is lower 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: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julio Alvarado Tricoche ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Julio Alvarado Tricoche's student population of 169 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
169 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Julio Alvarado Tricoche 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 Julio Alvarado Tricoche is 0.02, which is more 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
#467 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julio Alvarado Tricoche's ranking?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche is ranked #467 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?
15-19% 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 Julio Alvarado Tricoche?
169 students attend Julio Alvarado Tricoche.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Julio Alvarado Tricoche students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julio Alvarado Tricoche?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Julio Alvarado Tricoche offer ?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Julio Alvarado Tricoche part of?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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