Serving 75 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maria Luisa Arcelay ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Luisa Arcelay ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maria Luisa Arcelay's student population of 75 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maria Luisa Arcelay 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 Maria Luisa Arcelay 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
#235 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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 Maria Luisa Arcelay's ranking?
Maria Luisa Arcelay is ranked #235 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Maria Luisa Arcelay?
75 students attend Maria Luisa Arcelay.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Maria Luisa Arcelay students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maria Luisa Arcelay?
Maria Luisa Arcelay has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria Luisa Arcelay offer ?
Maria Luisa Arcelay offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maria Luisa Arcelay part of?
Maria Luisa Arcelay is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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