Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nicolas Aguayo Aldea 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 15% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicolas Aguayo Aldea ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nicolas Aguayo Aldea's student population of 348 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Nicolas Aguayo Aldea 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 Nicolas Aguayo Aldea 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
#516 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
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 Nicolas Aguayo Aldea's ranking?
Nicolas Aguayo Aldea is ranked #516 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Nicolas Aguayo Aldea?
348 students attend Nicolas Aguayo Aldea.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nicolas Aguayo Aldea students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicolas Aguayo Aldea?
Nicolas Aguayo Aldea has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Nicolas Aguayo Aldea offer ?
Nicolas Aguayo Aldea offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicolas Aguayo Aldea part of?
Nicolas Aguayo Aldea is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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