Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jose De Diego Las Piedras 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 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-6
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Jose de Diego School serves the eastern part of Las Piedras, PR, covering an area of approximately 33.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10 to 12-minute drive, with an average distance of 3.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose De Diego Las Piedras's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Jose De Diego Las Piedras 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 Jose De Diego Las Piedras 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
#249 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
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)2.1%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose De Diego Las Piedras's ranking?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras is ranked #249 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 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose De Diego Las Piedras?
237 students attend Jose De Diego Las Piedras.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose De Diego Las Piedras students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose De Diego Las Piedras?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose De Diego Las Piedras offer ?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose De Diego Las Piedras part of?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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