Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Virginia Vazquez Mendoza ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza's student population of 283 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza 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
#178 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
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 Virginia Vazquez Mendoza's ranking?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza is ranked #178 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Virginia Vazquez Mendoza?
283 students attend Virginia Vazquez Mendoza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Virginia Vazquez Mendoza offer ?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Virginia Vazquez Mendoza part of?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
Excellent school, all staff are friendly and committed to education. The communication is effective between staff and the community.
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