Average
#347 of 842 schools in PR
Top 41% in state
Jose Celso Barbosa
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2300 SUITE 34, Aibonito, PR 00705
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#347 of 842
In Aibonito
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#347 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose Celso Barbosa
Jose Celso Barbosa is a public elementary school in Aibonito, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Celso Barbosa serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Celso Barbosa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Celso Barbosa show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Jose Celso Barbosa sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Jose Celso Barbosa — Students at Jose Celso Barbosa score 52% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Jose Celso Barbosa Compares
See how Jose Celso Barbosa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2300 SUITE 34, Aibonito, PR 00705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Celso Barbosa may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ (rated 9.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Coamo), which scores notably higher. Another option is RABANAL (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS (rated 8.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Barranquitas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aibonito, see our Aibonito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BONIFACIO SANCHEZ JIMENEZ Aibonito | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PASTO Aibonito | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| RABANAL Aibonito | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| JOSE COLON GONZALEZ Barranquitas | 3.7 mi | 8.6 |
| SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo | 3.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas | 4.1 mi | 8.7 |
| PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS Barranquitas | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas | 5.5 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 5.5 mi | 9.0 |
| PURIFICACION RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 5.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Coamo | 5.7 mi | 3.8 |
| FLORENCIO SANTIAGO Coamo | 5.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,806
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$505/mo
Population
24,475
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
44.6%
Median Age
46.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon, PR | 6.8 |
| DON LUIS MUNOZ MARIN Ceiba, PR | 6.8 |
| SUSANA RIVERA Coamo, PR | 6.8 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo, PR | 6.8 |
| VIMENTI SCHOOL - ALIANZA Carolina, PR | 6.8 |
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo, PR | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Celso Barbosa
What grades does Jose Celso Barbosa serve?
Jose Celso Barbosa serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Jose Celso Barbosa?
Jose Celso Barbosa has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Celso Barbosa?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Celso Barbosa is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Celso Barbosa rank in PR?
Jose Celso Barbosa ranks #347 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Celso Barbosa's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Celso Barbosa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Jose Celso Barbosa?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Celso Barbosa has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Celso Barbosa a charter school?
No, Jose Celso Barbosa is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Celso Barbosa a Title I school?
No, Jose Celso Barbosa is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Celso Barbosa?
91.0% of students at Jose Celso Barbosa qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 24 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Aibonito Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (787) 735-8892
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #347 of 842
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