Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-12, James Garfield ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James Garfield serves the west part of Cabo Rojo, PR, covering an area of approximately 177.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 12.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Garfield ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Garfield's student population of 207 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
James Garfield 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 James Garfield 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
#113 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
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)30%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 James Garfield's ranking?
James Garfield is ranked #113 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 23% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend James Garfield?
207 students attend James Garfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of James Garfield students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Garfield?
James Garfield has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does James Garfield offer ?
James Garfield offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Garfield part of?
James Garfield is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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