Serving 137 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benicia Velez ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Benecia Velez serves the west part of Yauco, PR, covering an area of approximately 68.8 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benicia Velez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Benicia Velez's student population of 137 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Benicia Velez ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benicia Velez 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
#44 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benicia Velez's ranking?
Benicia Velez is ranked #44 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Benicia Velez?
137 students attend Benicia Velez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Benicia Velez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benicia Velez?
Benicia Velez has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Benicia Velez offer ?
Benicia Velez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benicia Velez part of?
Benicia Velez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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