Serving 357 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Jose M. Lazaro ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro's student population of 357 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
357 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Jose M. Lazaro 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
#698 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
45%
![This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Dr. Jose M. Lazaro and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data. This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Dr. Jose M. Lazaro and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/rla_percent/140000/140484/dr-jose-m-lazaro-chart-bkjYLRn.png)
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
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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
![This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Dr. Jose M. Lazaro. This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Dr. Jose M. Lazaro.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/school_ethnicity/140000/140484/dr-jose-m-lazaro-chart-EHMA7p.png)
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Graduation Rate
65-69%
75%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Jose M. Lazaro's ranking?
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro is ranked #698 out of 836 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 33% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Jose M. Lazaro?
The graduation rate of Dr. Jose M. Lazaro is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Dr. Jose M. Lazaro?
357 students attend Dr. Jose M. Lazaro.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr. Jose M. Lazaro students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Jose M. Lazaro?
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Jose M. Lazaro offer ?
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Jose M. Lazaro part of?
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Jose M. Lazaro located?
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro is located in the Sabana Abajo neighborhood of Carolina, PR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sabana Abajo.
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