Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Virginia Vazquez Mendoza ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza's student population of 307 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza ranks within the top 30% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza 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
#174 out of 836 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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 Virginia Vazquez Mendoza's ranking?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza is ranked #174 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Virginia Vazquez Mendoza?
307 students attend Virginia Vazquez Mendoza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Virginia Vazquez Mendoza offer ?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Virginia Vazquez Mendoza part of?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
Excellent school, all staff are friendly and committed to education. The communication is effective between staff and the community.
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