Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, El Conquistador ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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.
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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: El Conquistador serves the eastern part of Trujillo Alto, PR, covering an attendance area of approximately 21.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Conquistador ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
El Conquistador's student population of 148 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
El Conquistador ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Conquistador 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
#229 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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
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)37.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 El Conquistador's ranking?
El Conquistador is ranked #229 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend El Conquistador?
148 students attend El Conquistador.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of El Conquistador students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Conquistador?
El Conquistador has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does El Conquistador offer ?
El Conquistador offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is El Conquistador part of?
El Conquistador is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is El Conquistador located?
El Conquistador is located in the Urbanizacion El Conquistador neighborhood of Trujillo Alto, PR.
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