Serving 251 students in grades 6-8, Jose Onofre Torres 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 46% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose Onofre Torres's student population of 251 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Jose Onofre Torres 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 Jose Onofre Torres 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
#423 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Onofre Torres's ranking?
Jose Onofre Torres is ranked #423 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Onofre Torres?
251 students attend Jose Onofre Torres.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Onofre Torres students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Onofre Torres?
Jose Onofre Torres has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Onofre Torres offer ?
Jose Onofre Torres offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Onofre Torres part of?
Jose Onofre Torres is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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