Very Good
#309 of 842 schools in PR
Top 37% in state
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 4081, Ponce, PR 00731
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#309 of 842
In Ponce
#15 of 38
public schools
In district
#309 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #309 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 122 students, Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce was 82% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce — Students at Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce Compares
See how Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 4081, Ponce, PR 00731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIBRADO NET (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUAN CUEVAS ABOY (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| DR. PILA Ponce | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LIBRADO NET Ponce | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| SANTA TERESITA Ponce | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO Ponce | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$16,917
Median Home Value
$86,800
Median Rent
$426/mo
Population
10,221
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
56.4%
Median Age
47.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce
What grades does Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce serve?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce rank in PR?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce ranks #309 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce a charter school?
No, Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce a Title I school?
No, Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce?
91.0% of students at Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa Ponce qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.0%
- Phone
- (787) 842-8671
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #309 of 842
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