Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Blanca Malaret ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanca Malaret ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Blanca Malaret's student population of 471 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Blanca Malaret 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 Blanca Malaret is 0.02, which is more 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
#600 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanca Malaret's ranking?
Blanca Malaret is ranked #600 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Blanca Malaret?
471 students attend Blanca Malaret.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Blanca Malaret students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanca Malaret?
Blanca Malaret has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Blanca Malaret offer ?
Blanca Malaret offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blanca Malaret part of?
Blanca Malaret is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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