Serving 160 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Justina Vazquez Mendoza 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Justina Vazquez Mendoza serves the eastern part of Caguas, PR, encompassing approximately 21.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Justina Vazquez Mendoza's student population of 160 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
La educación es la clave para el éxito.
School Rankings
Justina Vazquez Mendoza 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 Justina Vazquez Mendoza 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
#474 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
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)24.4%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Justina Vazquez Mendoza's ranking?
Justina Vazquez Mendoza is ranked #474 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Justina Vazquez Mendoza?
160 students attend Justina Vazquez Mendoza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Justina Vazquez Mendoza students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Justina Vazquez Mendoza?
Justina Vazquez Mendoza has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Justina Vazquez Mendoza offer ?
Justina Vazquez Mendoza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Justina Vazquez Mendoza part of?
Justina Vazquez Mendoza is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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