Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jesus Silva 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 2% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The JESUS SILVA school serves the eastern part of Trujillo Alto, PR, covering an area of approximately 21.4 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone edges averaging around 2.9 miles and extending up to 4.4 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jesus Silva's student population of 437 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Jesus Silva 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 Jesus Silva is 0.10, 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
#785 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
95%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
5%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
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 Jesus Silva's ranking?
Jesus Silva is ranked #785 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jesus Silva?
437 students attend Jesus Silva.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jesus Silva students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesus Silva?
Jesus Silva has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jesus Silva offer ?
Jesus Silva offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jesus Silva part of?
Jesus Silva is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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