Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas)'s student population of 129 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) ranks within the top 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) 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
#279 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
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
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas)'s ranking?
Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) is ranked #279 out of 836 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas)?
129 students attend Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas)?
Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) offer ?
Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) part of?
Alejandro Jr Cruz (Galateo Parcelas) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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