Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Felix Sanchez Cruz ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Felix Sanchez Cruz's student population of 234 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Felix Sanchez Cruz ranks within the top 20% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felix Sanchez Cruz 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
#156 out of 836 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
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 Felix Sanchez Cruz's ranking?
Felix Sanchez Cruz is ranked #156 out of 836 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Felix Sanchez Cruz?
234 students attend Felix Sanchez Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Felix Sanchez Cruz students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
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 11:1.
What grades does Felix Sanchez Cruz offer ?
Felix Sanchez Cruz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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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