Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Santiago R. Palmer 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santiago R. Palmer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Santiago R. Palmer's student population of 215 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Santiago R. Palmer 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 R. Palmer 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
#115 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santiago R. Palmer's ranking?
Santiago R. Palmer is ranked #115 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Santiago R. Palmer?
215 students attend Santiago R. Palmer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Santiago R. Palmer students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santiago R. Palmer?
Santiago R. Palmer has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Santiago R. Palmer offer ?
Santiago R. Palmer offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santiago R. Palmer part of?
Santiago R. Palmer is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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