Serving 468 students in grades 9-12, Venus Gardens ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Venus Gardens Intermedia serves the eastern part of San Juan, PR, covering an area of approximately 32 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the school's boundaries, reaching up to 7.3 miles at the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Venus Gardens's student population of 468 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Venus Gardens 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 Venus Gardens 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
#501 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Venus Gardens's ranking?
Venus Gardens is ranked #501 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venus Gardens?
The graduation rate of Venus Gardens is 85-89%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Venus Gardens?
468 students attend Venus Gardens.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Venus Gardens students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Venus Gardens?
Venus Gardens has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Venus Gardens offer ?
Venus Gardens offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Venus Gardens part of?
Venus Gardens is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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