Serving 88 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Patricio ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-5
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: San Patricio serves the west part of the Jayuya, PR school district, covering an area of approximately 44.5 square miles, with typical drives to the school averaging 10-12 minutes and distances to the zone's edges ranging up to 6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Patricio's student population of 88 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
88 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
San Patricio 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 San Patricio is 0.06, 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
#271 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
97%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
2%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 San Patricio's ranking?
San Patricio is ranked #271 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend San Patricio?
88 students attend San Patricio.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of San Patricio students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Patricio?
San Patricio has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does San Patricio offer ?
San Patricio offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Patricio part of?
San Patricio is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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