Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Francisco Zayas Santana ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francisco Zayas Santana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francisco Zayas Santana's student population of 343 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francisco Zayas Santana 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 Francisco Zayas Santana 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
#729 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francisco Zayas Santana's ranking?
Francisco Zayas Santana is ranked #729 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Francisco Zayas Santana?
343 students attend Francisco Zayas Santana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Francisco Zayas Santana students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francisco Zayas Santana?
Francisco Zayas Santana has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Francisco Zayas Santana offer ?
Francisco Zayas Santana offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Francisco Zayas Santana part of?
Francisco Zayas Santana is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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