Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Felix Garay Ortiz ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felix Garay Ortiz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Felix Garay Ortiz's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Felix Garay Ortiz ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Garay Ortiz 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
#57 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Felix Garay Ortiz's ranking?
Felix Garay Ortiz is ranked #57 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Felix Garay Ortiz?
176 students attend Felix Garay Ortiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Felix Garay Ortiz students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Felix Garay Ortiz?
Felix Garay Ortiz has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Felix Garay Ortiz offer ?
Felix Garay Ortiz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Felix Garay Ortiz part of?
Felix Garay Ortiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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