Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alfredo Dorrington 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% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfredo Dorrington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alfredo Dorrington's student population of 440 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Alfredo Dorrington 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 Alfredo Dorrington 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
#686 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfredo Dorrington's ranking?
Alfredo Dorrington is ranked #686 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Alfredo Dorrington?
440 students attend Alfredo Dorrington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alfredo Dorrington students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfredo Dorrington?
Alfredo Dorrington has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Alfredo Dorrington offer ?
Alfredo Dorrington offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfredo Dorrington part of?
Alfredo Dorrington is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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