Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Maria C. Santiago ranks in the bottom 50% 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 36% (which is higher 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 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maria C. Santiago's student population of 227 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Maria C. Santiago 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 Maria C. Santiago is 0.02, 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
#540 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
1%
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)24.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria C. Santiago's ranking?
Maria C. Santiago is ranked #540 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?
36% 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).
How many students attend Maria C. Santiago?
227 students attend Maria C. Santiago.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Maria C. Santiago students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maria C. Santiago?
Maria C. Santiago has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria C. Santiago offer ?
Maria C. Santiago offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maria C. Santiago part of?
Maria C. Santiago is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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