Serving 253 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pedro Moczo Baniet ranks in the top 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 25-29% (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 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pedro Moczo Baniet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pedro Moczo Baniet's student population of 253 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pedro Moczo Baniet 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 Pedro Moczo Baniet 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
#411 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pedro Moczo Baniet's ranking?
Pedro Moczo Baniet is ranked #411 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?
25-29% 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 Pedro Moczo Baniet?
253 students attend Pedro Moczo Baniet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pedro Moczo Baniet students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pedro Moczo Baniet?
Pedro Moczo Baniet has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Pedro Moczo Baniet offer ?
Pedro Moczo Baniet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pedro Moczo Baniet part of?
Pedro Moczo Baniet is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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