Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rafael Colon Salgado 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% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Rafael Colon Salgado School is located in the eastern part of Bayamon, PR, covering approximately 27.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rafael Colon Salgado's student population of 413 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Rafael Colon Salgado 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 Rafael Colon Salgado 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
#635 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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)39%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Rafael Colon Salgado's ranking?
Rafael Colon Salgado is ranked #635 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Colon Salgado?
413 students attend Rafael Colon Salgado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Colon Salgado students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rafael Colon Salgado?
Rafael Colon Salgado has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Colon Salgado offer ?
Rafael Colon Salgado offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rafael Colon Salgado part of?
Rafael Colon Salgado is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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