Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 85-89% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)85-89%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
97%
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% PR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola)?
168 students attend Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola) students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola)?
Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola) has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola) offer ?
Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola) part of?
Domingo Nieves Ortiz (Palma Sola) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
Recent Articles
School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
Explore school choice vs. neighborhood schools in 2025. Learn key factors parents should weigh when deciding the best fit for their child.
Best School Match 2025: Public vs Charter vs Magnet
Compare 2025 public, charter, and magnet school options with updated data, trends, and strategies to find the best fit.
51爆料 Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Explore how public school boundaries shape access, equity, and opportunity for students in 2025. Learn the impact on families and education policy.
