Serving 175 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carlos Zayas 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Su Carlos Zayas serves the eastern part of San Lorenzo, PR, covering an area of approximately 53.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlos Zayas's student population of 175 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Carlos Zayas 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 Carlos Zayas 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
#610 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
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
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Carlos Zayas's ranking?
Carlos Zayas is ranked #610 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Carlos Zayas?
175 students attend Carlos Zayas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Carlos Zayas students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlos Zayas?
Carlos Zayas has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carlos Zayas offer ?
Carlos Zayas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlos Zayas part of?
Carlos Zayas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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