Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz's student population of 209 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz 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 Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz 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
#685 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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 Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz's ranking?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz is ranked #685 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz?
209 students attend Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz offer ?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz part of?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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