Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ramon Olivares ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramon Olivares ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ramon Olivares's student population of 168 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Ramon Olivares ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramon Olivares 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
#76 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
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
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramon Olivares's ranking?
Ramon Olivares is ranked #76 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ramon Olivares?
168 students attend Ramon Olivares.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ramon Olivares students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramon Olivares?
Ramon Olivares has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ramon Olivares offer ?
Ramon Olivares offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramon Olivares part of?
Ramon Olivares is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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