Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cristobal Colon ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). 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 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cristobal Colon's student population of 252 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
252 students
![This chart displays total students of Cristobal Colon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays total students of Cristobal Colon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/total_students/141000/140524/cristobal-colon-chart-VwoXd4.png)
Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Cristobal Colon 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 Cristobal Colon 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
#379 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
![This chart displays the overall school rank of Cristobal Colon, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the overall school rank of Cristobal Colon, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/overall_school_rank/141000/140524/cristobal-colon-chart-yxFIOm.png)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
21%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Cristobal Colon and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Cristobal Colon and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/math_percent/141000/140524/cristobal-colon-chart-ODFVbH.png)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Cristobal Colon 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 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Cristobal Colon 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 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/rla_percent/141000/140524/cristobal-colon-chart-w52M2C.png)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
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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
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Cristobal Colon. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Cristobal Colon.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/school_ethnicity/141000/140524/cristobal-colon-chart-dH0XMD.png)
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Puerto Rico. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Puerto Rico.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/141000/140524/cristobal-colon-chart-yduqKJ.png)
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 Cristobal Colon's ranking?
Cristobal Colon is ranked #379 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Cristobal Colon often compared to?
Cristobal Colonis often viewed alongside schools like Andres C. Gonzalez by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Cristobal Colon?
252 students attend Cristobal Colon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cristobal Colon students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cristobal Colon?
Cristobal Colon has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cristobal Colon offer ?
Cristobal Colon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cristobal Colon part of?
Cristobal Colon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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