Serving 151 students in grades Kindergarten-5, El Conquistador ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Conquistador ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
El Conquistador's student population of 151 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
El Conquistador ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Conquistador 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
#229 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Conquistador's ranking?
El Conquistador is ranked #229 out of 839 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?
50-54% 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).
How many students attend El Conquistador?
151 students attend El Conquistador.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of El Conquistador students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Conquistador?
El Conquistador has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does El Conquistador offer ?
El Conquistador offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is El Conquistador part of?
El Conquistador is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is El Conquistador located?
El Conquistador is located in the Urbanizacion El Conquistador neighborhood of Trujillo Alto, PR.
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