This 1925 Spanish Renaissance–style structure is now a visual-arts magnet school.
Serving 537 students in grades 6-12, Central De Artes Visuales ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Artes Visuales (Especializada) serves the northeast part of San Juan, PR, covering an area of approximately 33.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central De Artes Visuales ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central De Artes Visuales's student population of 537 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ars Longa, Vita Brevis.
School Rankings
Central De Artes Visuales ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central De Artes Visuales 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
#292 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central De Artes Visuales's ranking?
Central De Artes Visuales is ranked #292 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Central De Artes Visuales often compared to?
Central De Artes Visualesis often viewed alongside schools like Ernesto Ramos Antonini - Musica, University Gardens, Sotero Figueroa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central De Artes Visuales?
The graduation rate of Central De Artes Visuales is 95%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Central De Artes Visuales?
537 students attend Central De Artes Visuales.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Central De Artes Visuales students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central De Artes Visuales?
Central De Artes Visuales has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Central De Artes Visuales offer ?
Central De Artes Visuales offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central De Artes Visuales part of?
Central De Artes Visuales is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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