Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). 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 9:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz's student population of 197 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz ranks within the top 30% 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 0.02, 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
#239 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz's ranking?
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz is ranked #239 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% 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?
197 students attend Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz?
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower 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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