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#591 of 842 schools in PR
Josefina Munoz De Bernier
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 386, Patillas, PR 00723
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#591 of 842
In Patillas
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#591 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Josefina Munoz De Bernier
Josefina Munoz De Bernier is a public middle school in Patillas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Josefina Munoz De Bernier serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Josefina Munoz De Bernier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Josefina Munoz De Bernier show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 178 students, Josefina Munoz De Bernier 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.
While current test scores at Josefina Munoz De Bernier are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Josefina Munoz De Bernier offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Josefina Munoz De Bernier — Students at Josefina Munoz De Bernier score 17% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Josefina Munoz De Bernier Compares
See how Josefina Munoz De Bernier performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 386, Patillas, PR 00723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Josefina Munoz De Bernier may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE (rated 9.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Another option is GENARO CAUTINO (rated 9.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Guayama), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Patillas, see our Patillas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| RAFAELINA E. LEBRON FLORES Patillas | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| GUILLERMO RIEFKOHL Patillas | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| JOSE HORACIO CORA Arroyo | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo | 4.1 mi | 9.4 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo | 4.1 mi | 4.2 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo | 5.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama | 5.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama | 5.8 mi | 6.1 |
| RAFAEL ANTONIO DELGADO MATEO Guayama | 6.2 mi | 7.5 |
| VICENTE PALES ANES Guayama | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 6.4 mi | 9.1 |
| WASHINGTON I Guayama | 6.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ROGELIO ROSADO Yabucoa | 6.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,599
Median Home Value
$89,000
Median Rent
$515/mo
Population
15,835
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
47.6%
Median Age
48.5
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| SOR ISOLINA FERRE Ponce, PR | 5.2 |
| AGRIPINA SEDA Guanica, PR | 5.0 |
| PACHIN MARIN San Juan, PR | 5.0 |
| ANDRES VALCARCEL Trujillo Alto, PR | 5.5 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce, PR | 4.8 |
| BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey, PR | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Josefina Munoz De Bernier
What grades does Josefina Munoz De Bernier serve?
Josefina Munoz De Bernier serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Josefina Munoz De Bernier?
Josefina Munoz De Bernier has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Josefina Munoz De Bernier?
The student-teacher ratio at Josefina Munoz De Bernier is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Josefina Munoz De Bernier rank in PR?
Josefina Munoz De Bernier ranks #591 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Josefina Munoz De Bernier's MySchoolScout rating?
Josefina Munoz De Bernier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Josefina Munoz De Bernier?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Josefina Munoz De Bernier has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Josefina Munoz De Bernier a charter school?
No, Josefina Munoz De Bernier is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Josefina Munoz De Bernier a Title I school?
No, Josefina Munoz De Bernier is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Josefina Munoz De Bernier?
91.0% of students at Josefina Munoz De Bernier 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Patillas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (787) 839-3630
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #591 of 842
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