Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Josefina Sitiriche ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Josefina Sitiriche's student population of 225 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Campus Size
10
School Rankings
Josefina Sitiriche 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 Josefina Sitiriche 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
#524 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Josefina Sitiriche's ranking?
Josefina Sitiriche is ranked #524 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Josefina Sitiriche?
225 students attend Josefina Sitiriche.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Josefina Sitiriche students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Josefina Sitiriche?
Josefina Sitiriche has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Josefina Sitiriche offer ?
Josefina Sitiriche offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Josefina Sitiriche part of?
Josefina Sitiriche is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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