Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Francisco Matias Lugo 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 24% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to 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-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francisco Matias Lugo's student population of 404 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Francisco Matias Lugo ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francisco Matias Lugo 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
#530 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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)40.8%
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 Francisco Matias Lugo's ranking?
Francisco Matias Lugo is ranked #530 out of 839 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Francisco Matias Lugo?
404 students attend Francisco Matias Lugo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Francisco Matias Lugo students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francisco Matias Lugo?
Francisco Matias Lugo has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Francisco Matias Lugo offer ?
Francisco Matias Lugo offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francisco Matias Lugo part of?
Francisco Matias Lugo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Francisco Matias Lugo located?
Francisco Matias Lugo is located in the Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico neighborhood of Carolina, PR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico.
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