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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

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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Josefina Munoz De Bernier

5.2/10

Middle School in Patillas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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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).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics3.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment6.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism43.3%

Josefina Munoz De Bernier — Students at Josefina Munoz De Bernier score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 8.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
0.5%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
4%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
10%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
26%

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.

Overall Score
5.2/10
30th percentile in PR
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.3%

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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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.

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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%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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