Serving 64 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jaime Castaner ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Su Jaime Castaner covers approximately 68.8 square miles in the west part of Yauco, PR, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 5 miles to the zone edge, extending up to 8.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jaime Castaner ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jaime Castaner's student population of 64 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Jaime Castaner ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jaime Castaner 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
#300 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Jaime Castaner's ranking?
Jaime Castaner is ranked #300 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jaime Castaner?
64 students attend Jaime Castaner.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jaime Castaner students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jaime Castaner?
Jaime Castaner has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jaime Castaner offer ?
Jaime Castaner offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jaime Castaner part of?
Jaime Castaner is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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