Serving 406 students in grades 9-12, Luz America Calderon 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luz America Calderon's student population of 406 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luz America Calderon 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 Luz America Calderon 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
#551 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
Graduation Rate
65-69%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luz America Calderon's ranking?
Luz America Calderon is ranked #551 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luz America Calderon?
The graduation rate of Luz America Calderon is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Luz America Calderon?
406 students attend Luz America Calderon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Luz America Calderon students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luz America Calderon?
Luz America Calderon has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Luz America Calderon offer ?
Luz America Calderon offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Luz America Calderon part of?
Luz America Calderon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Luz America Calderon located?
Luz America Calderon is located in the Hoyo Mulas neighborhood of Carolina, PR.
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