Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jesus Silva 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 21% (which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jesus Silva's student population of 632 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jesus Silva 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 Jesus Silva 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
#518 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
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
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesus Silva's ranking?
Jesus Silva is ranked #518 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jesus Silva?
632 students attend Jesus Silva.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jesus Silva students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesus Silva?
Jesus Silva has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jesus Silva offer ?
Jesus Silva offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Jesus Silva part of?
Jesus Silva is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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