Serving 1,323 students in grades 9-12, Bernardino Cordero Bernard 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 2% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernardino Cordero Bernard ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bernardino Cordero Bernard's student population of 1,323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Bernardino Cordero Bernard 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 Bernardino Cordero Bernard 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
#607 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernardino Cordero Bernard's ranking?
Bernardino Cordero Bernard is ranked #607 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Bernardino Cordero Bernard often compared to?
Bernardino Cordero Bernardis often viewed alongside schools like Superior Ocupacional Y Tecnica De Yauco, Ponce High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bernardino Cordero Bernard?
The graduation rate of Bernardino Cordero Bernard is 85%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Bernardino Cordero Bernard?
1,323 students attend Bernardino Cordero Bernard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bernardino Cordero Bernard students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernardino Cordero Bernard?
Bernardino Cordero Bernard has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Bernardino Cordero Bernard offer ?
Bernardino Cordero Bernard offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernardino Cordero Bernard part of?
Bernardino Cordero Bernard is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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