Serving 146 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to 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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso's student population of 146 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso 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
#344 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
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 Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso's ranking?
Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso is ranked #344 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso?
146 students attend Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso?
Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso offer ?
Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso part of?
Su Jorge Lucas Valdivieso is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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