Virginia Vazquez Mendoza

Urb La Plata 11 Calle Jade
Cayey, PR 00737
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Virginia Vazquez Mendoza 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 298 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 20% in PR
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Virginia Vazquez Mendoza ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Virginia Vazquez Mendoza's student population of 298 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

School Rankings

Virginia Vazquez Mendoza 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 Virginia Vazquez Mendoza is 0.02, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PR)
#155 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
65-69%
23%
40-44%
36%
80-89%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
0.02
(22-23)
2.4%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
Source: 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 #155 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Virginia Vazquez Mendoza?
298 students attend Virginia Vazquez Mendoza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia Vazquez Mendoza?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Virginia Vazquez Mendoza offer ?
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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   10/10/2025
Excellent school, all staff are friendly and committed to education. The communication is effective between staff and the community.
- Posted by Parent - sn

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 298 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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