Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juanita Garcia Peraza ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than 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-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juanita Garcia Peraza ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Juanita Garcia Peraza's student population of 168 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Juanita Garcia Peraza ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juanita Garcia Peraza 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
#119 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Juanita Garcia Peraza's ranking?
Juanita Garcia Peraza is ranked #119 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Juanita Garcia Peraza often compared to?
Juanita Garcia Perazais often viewed alongside schools like Rafael Hernandez Marin, Amalia Marin Primaria by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Juanita Garcia Peraza?
168 students attend Juanita Garcia Peraza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Juanita Garcia Peraza students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juanita Garcia Peraza?
Juanita Garcia Peraza has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juanita Garcia Peraza offer ?
Juanita Garcia Peraza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juanita Garcia Peraza part of?
Juanita Garcia Peraza is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Juanita Garcia Peraza located?
Juanita Garcia Peraza is located in the Israel neighborhood of San Juan, PR.
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