Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Santiago Negroni ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santiago Negroni serves the west part of Yauco, PR, covering an area of approximately 68.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 8.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santiago Negroni ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Santiago Negroni's student population of 257 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Santiago Negroni ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santiago Negroni 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
#155 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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)12.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santiago Negroni's ranking?
Santiago Negroni is ranked #155 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Santiago Negroni?
257 students attend Santiago Negroni.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Santiago Negroni students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santiago Negroni?
Santiago Negroni has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Santiago Negroni offer ?
Santiago Negroni offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santiago Negroni part of?
Santiago Negroni is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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