Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Felix Garay Ortiz ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felix Garay Ortiz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Felix Garay Ortiz's student population of 172 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Felix Garay Ortiz ranks within the top 5% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Garay Ortiz 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
#33 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Felix Garay Ortiz's ranking?
Felix Garay Ortiz is ranked #33 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Felix Garay Ortiz?
172 students attend Felix Garay Ortiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Felix Garay Ortiz students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Felix Garay Ortiz?
Felix Garay Ortiz has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Felix Garay Ortiz offer ?
Felix Garay Ortiz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Felix Garay Ortiz part of?
Felix Garay Ortiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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