Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Joaquin Vazquez Cruz ranks in the top 10% 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 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.
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-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joaquin Vazquez Cruz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joaquin Vazquez Cruz's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joaquin Vazquez Cruz 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 Joaquin Vazquez Cruz 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
#74 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joaquin Vazquez Cruz's ranking?
Joaquin Vazquez Cruz is ranked #74 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?
50-54% 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 Joaquin Vazquez Cruz?
278 students attend Joaquin Vazquez Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Joaquin Vazquez Cruz students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joaquin Vazquez Cruz?
Joaquin Vazquez Cruz has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Joaquin Vazquez Cruz offer ?
Joaquin Vazquez Cruz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Joaquin Vazquez Cruz part of?
Joaquin Vazquez Cruz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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