Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rafael Zamot Cruz 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rafael Zamot Cruz serves the northwest part of Hatillo, PR, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 58.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rafael Zamot Cruz's student population of 168 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Rafael Zamot Cruz 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 Zamot Cruz is 0.04, 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
#446 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
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)48.2%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Zamot Cruz's ranking?
Rafael Zamot Cruz is ranked #446 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Zamot Cruz?
168 students attend Rafael Zamot Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Rafael Zamot Cruz students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rafael Zamot Cruz?
Rafael Zamot Cruz has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Zamot Cruz offer ?
Rafael Zamot Cruz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rafael Zamot Cruz part of?
Rafael Zamot Cruz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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