Serving 118 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gaspar Vila Mayans ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: GASPAR VILA MAYANS serves the northeast part of San Juan, PR, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's boundaries and the furthest point being 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaspar Vila Mayans ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gaspar Vila Mayans's student population of 118 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Gaspar Vila Mayans 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 Gaspar Vila Mayans 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
#451 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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)93.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaspar Vila Mayans's ranking?
Gaspar Vila Mayans is ranked #451 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Gaspar Vila Mayans?
118 students attend Gaspar Vila Mayans.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Gaspar Vila Mayans students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaspar Vila Mayans?
Gaspar Vila Mayans has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Gaspar Vila Mayans offer ?
Gaspar Vila Mayans offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaspar Vila Mayans part of?
Gaspar Vila Mayans is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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