Serving 531 students in grades 9-12, Jose Emilio Lugo 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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 Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Jose Emilio Lugo School is located in the west part of Castaner, PR, covering approximately 67.1 square miles. Families typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 13.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose Emilio Lugo's student population of 531 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Emilio Lugo 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 Jose Emilio Lugo 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
#404 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)55-59%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Jose Emilio Lugo's ranking?
Jose Emilio Lugo is ranked #404 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Emilio Lugo?
The graduation rate of Jose Emilio Lugo is 55-59%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Jose Emilio Lugo?
531 students attend Jose Emilio Lugo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jose Emilio Lugo students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose Emilio Lugo?
Jose Emilio Lugo has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Emilio Lugo offer ?
Jose Emilio Lugo offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Emilio Lugo part of?
Jose Emilio Lugo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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