Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roberto Clemente 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberto Clemente ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Roberto Clemente's student population of 186 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roberto Clemente 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 Roberto Clemente 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
#546 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
1%
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%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roberto Clemente's ranking?
Roberto Clemente is ranked #546 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Roberto Clemente?
186 students attend Roberto Clemente.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Roberto Clemente students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberto Clemente?
Roberto Clemente has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Roberto Clemente offer ?
Roberto Clemente offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roberto Clemente part of?
Roberto Clemente is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Roberto Clemente located?
Roberto Clemente is located in the Rolling Hills neighborhood of Carolina, PR.
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