Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Manuel Ortiz 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SU Manuel Ortiz serves the eastern part of Yabucoa, PR, covering an area of approximately 83.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manuel Ortiz's student population of 201 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Manuel Ortiz 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 Manuel Ortiz is 0.10, 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
#365 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
95%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
5%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Manuel Ortiz's ranking?
Manuel Ortiz is ranked #365 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Manuel Ortiz?
201 students attend Manuel Ortiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Manuel Ortiz students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel Ortiz?
Manuel Ortiz has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Manuel Ortiz offer ?
Manuel Ortiz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manuel Ortiz part of?
Manuel Ortiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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