Serving 218 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). 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 Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: SU SANTIAGO R. PALMER serves the northwest part of Camuy, PR, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 62 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.5 miles away.
- 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 218 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Average Class Size
20 students
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
#103 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Santiago R. Palmer's ranking?
Santiago R. Palmer is ranked #103 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% 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?
218 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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