Serving 714 students in grades 9-12, Jose Santos Alegria 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jose Santos Alegria's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
No school motto provided.
School Rankings
Jose Santos Alegria 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 Jose Santos Alegria 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
#764 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)62%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)27.7%
45.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
No school colors provided.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Santos Alegria's ranking?
Jose Santos Alegria is ranked #764 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Santos Alegria?
The graduation rate of Jose Santos Alegria is 62%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Jose Santos Alegria?
714 students attend Jose Santos Alegria.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Santos Alegria students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose Santos Alegria?
Jose Santos Alegria has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Santos Alegria offer ?
Jose Santos Alegria offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Santos Alegria part of?
Jose Santos Alegria is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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