Serving 186 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Faustino Santiago Montalvo 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faustino Santiago Montalvo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Faustino Santiago Montalvo's student population of 186 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Faustino Santiago Montalvo 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 Faustino Santiago Montalvo 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
#589 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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
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 Faustino Santiago Montalvo's ranking?
Faustino Santiago Montalvo is ranked #589 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Faustino Santiago Montalvo?
186 students attend Faustino Santiago Montalvo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Faustino Santiago Montalvo students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Faustino Santiago Montalvo?
Faustino Santiago Montalvo has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Faustino Santiago Montalvo offer ?
Faustino Santiago Montalvo offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Faustino Santiago Montalvo part of?
Faustino Santiago Montalvo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Faustino Santiago Montalvo located?
Faustino Santiago Montalvo is located in the Jardines de Caparra neighborhood of Bayamon, PR. There are 1 other public schools located in Jardines de Caparra.
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