Serving 258 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada's student population of 258 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada 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
#779 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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
70-74%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada's ranking?
Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada is ranked #779 out of 836 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada?
The graduation rate of Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada is 70-74%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada?
258 students attend Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada?
Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada offer ?
Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada part of?
Dr. Santiago Veve Calzada is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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