Serving 268 students in grades 6-8, Leonardo Valentin Tirado 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leonardo Valentin Tirado's student population of 268 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonardo Valentin Tirado 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 Leonardo Valentin Tirado 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
#809 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonardo Valentin Tirado's ranking?
Leonardo Valentin Tirado is ranked #809 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Leonardo Valentin Tirado?
268 students attend Leonardo Valentin Tirado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Leonardo Valentin Tirado students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonardo Valentin Tirado?
Leonardo Valentin Tirado has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Leonardo Valentin Tirado offer ?
Leonardo Valentin Tirado offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Leonardo Valentin Tirado part of?
Leonardo Valentin Tirado is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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