Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juanita Garcia Peraza ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juanita Garcia Peraza ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Juanita Garcia Peraza's student population of 194 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juanita Garcia Peraza ranks within the top 10% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juanita Garcia Peraza 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
#59 out of 836 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juanita Garcia Peraza's ranking?
Juanita Garcia Peraza is ranked #59 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Juanita Garcia Peraza often compared to?
Juanita Garcia Perazais often viewed alongside schools like Rafael Hernandez Marin, Amalia Marin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Juanita Garcia Peraza?
194 students attend Juanita Garcia Peraza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Juanita Garcia Peraza students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juanita Garcia Peraza?
Juanita Garcia Peraza has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Juanita Garcia Peraza offer ?
Juanita Garcia Peraza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Juanita Garcia Peraza part of?
Juanita Garcia Peraza is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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