Serving 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz ranks in the top 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 15-19% (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 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Su Jesus Sanabria Cruz covers approximately 53.2 square miles in the eastern part of Yabucoa, PR, with typical drive times of 10 to 15 minutes and distances reaching up to 11.3 miles from the school's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz's student population of 191 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz 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 Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz 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
#326 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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)4.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
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 Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz's ranking?
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz is ranked #326 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?
15-19% 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 Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz?
191 students attend Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz?
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz offer ?
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz part of?
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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