Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Su Santiago R. Palmer ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Su Santiago R. Palmer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Su Santiago R. Palmer's student population of 252 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Su Santiago R. Palmer ranks within the top 20% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Su 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
#150 out of 836 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Su Santiago R. Palmer's ranking?
Su Santiago R. Palmer is ranked #150 out of 836 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Su Santiago R. Palmer?
252 students attend Su Santiago R. Palmer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Su Santiago R. Palmer students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Su Santiago R. Palmer?
Su Santiago R. Palmer has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Su Santiago R. Palmer offer ?
Su Santiago R. Palmer offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Su Santiago R. Palmer part of?
Su Santiago R. Palmer is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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