Serving 606 students in grades 8-12, Josefa Velez Bauza 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Josefa Velez Bauza ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Josefa Velez Bauza's student population of 606 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Josefa Velez Bauza 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 Josefa Velez Bauza 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
#624 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Graduation Rate
65-69%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Josefa Velez Bauza's ranking?
Josefa Velez Bauza is ranked #624 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 21% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Josefa Velez Bauza?
The graduation rate of Josefa Velez Bauza is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Josefa Velez Bauza?
606 students attend Josefa Velez Bauza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Josefa Velez Bauza students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Josefa Velez Bauza?
Josefa Velez Bauza has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Josefa Velez Bauza offer ?
Josefa Velez Bauza offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Josefa Velez Bauza part of?
Josefa Velez Bauza is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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