Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jesus Manuel Suarez 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesus Manuel Suarez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jesus Manuel Suarez's student population of 229 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jesus Manuel Suarez 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 Jesus Manuel Suarez 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
#724 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesus Manuel Suarez's ranking?
Jesus Manuel Suarez is ranked #724 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jesus Manuel Suarez?
229 students attend Jesus Manuel Suarez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jesus Manuel Suarez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesus Manuel Suarez?
Jesus Manuel Suarez has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jesus Manuel Suarez offer ?
Jesus Manuel Suarez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jesus Manuel Suarez part of?
Jesus Manuel Suarez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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