Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jose Pagan De Jesus 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 27% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Pagan De Jesus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jose Pagan De Jesus's student population of 375 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Pagan De Jesus 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 Jose Pagan De Jesus 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
#627 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Pagan De Jesus's ranking?
Jose Pagan De Jesus is ranked #627 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Pagan De Jesus?
375 students attend Jose Pagan De Jesus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Pagan De Jesus students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Pagan De Jesus?
Jose Pagan De Jesus has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Pagan De Jesus offer ?
Jose Pagan De Jesus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Pagan De Jesus part of?
Jose Pagan De Jesus is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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