Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Felix Sanchez Cruz ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felix Sanchez Cruz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Felix Sanchez Cruz's student population of 245 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Felix Sanchez Cruz ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Sanchez Cruz 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
#103 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Felix Sanchez Cruz's ranking?
Felix Sanchez Cruz is ranked #103 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Felix Sanchez Cruz?
245 students attend Felix Sanchez Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Felix Sanchez Cruz students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Felix Sanchez Cruz?
Felix Sanchez Cruz has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Felix Sanchez Cruz offer ?
Felix Sanchez Cruz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Felix Sanchez Cruz part of?
Felix Sanchez Cruz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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