Serving 530 students in grades 1-12, Lysander Borrero Terry 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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: 1-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lysander Borrero Terry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lysander Borrero Terry's student population of 530 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Lysander Borrero Terry 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 Lysander Borrero Terry 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
#501 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)75-79%
74%
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 Lysander Borrero Terry's ranking?
Lysander Borrero Terry is ranked #501 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lysander Borrero Terry?
The graduation rate of Lysander Borrero Terry is 75-79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Lysander Borrero Terry?
530 students attend Lysander Borrero Terry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lysander Borrero Terry students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lysander Borrero Terry?
Lysander Borrero Terry has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Lysander Borrero Terry offer ?
Lysander Borrero Terry offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lysander Borrero Terry part of?
Lysander Borrero Terry is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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