Serving 349 students in grades 6-8, Florencio Santiago 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 42% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florencio Santiago's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florencio Santiago 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 Florencio Santiago 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
#246 out of 836 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florencio Santiago's ranking?
Florencio Santiago is ranked #246 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Florencio Santiago?
349 students attend Florencio Santiago.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Florencio Santiago students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florencio Santiago?
Florencio Santiago has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Florencio Santiago offer ?
Florencio Santiago offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Florencio Santiago part of?
Florencio Santiago is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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