Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elemental Urbana De Lajas ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elemental Urbana De Lajas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elemental Urbana De Lajas's student population of 400 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Elemental Urbana De Lajas ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elemental Urbana De Lajas 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
#303 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
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 Elemental Urbana De Lajas's ranking?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas is ranked #303 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Elemental Urbana De Lajas?
400 students attend Elemental Urbana De Lajas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elemental Urbana De Lajas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elemental Urbana De Lajas?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Elemental Urbana De Lajas offer ?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elemental Urbana De Lajas part of?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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