Serving 81 students in grades 2-6, Antonio Paoli Vega Alta ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Antonio Paoli Vega Alta's student population of 81 students has declined by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Antonio Paoli Vega Alta ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antonio Paoli Vega Alta 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
#580 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antonio Paoli Vega Alta's ranking?
Antonio Paoli Vega Alta is ranked #580 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Antonio Paoli Vega Alta?
81 students attend Antonio Paoli Vega Alta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Antonio Paoli Vega Alta students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Antonio Paoli Vega Alta?
Antonio Paoli Vega Alta has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Antonio Paoli Vega Alta offer ?
Antonio Paoli Vega Alta offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Antonio Paoli Vega Alta part of?
Antonio Paoli Vega Alta is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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