Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carmen Zenaida Vega ranks in the top 20% 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 90-94% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Zenaida Vega ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carmen Zenaida Vega's student population of 130 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Carmen Zenaida Vega ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmen Zenaida Vega 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
#128 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
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
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen Zenaida Vega's ranking?
Carmen Zenaida Vega is ranked #128 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Carmen Zenaida Vega?
130 students attend Carmen Zenaida Vega.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Carmen Zenaida Vega students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmen Zenaida Vega?
Carmen Zenaida Vega has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carmen Zenaida Vega offer ?
Carmen Zenaida Vega offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmen Zenaida Vega part of?
Carmen Zenaida Vega is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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