Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, Jose Vizcarrondo 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 21%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Vizcarrondo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jose Vizcarrondo's student population of 134 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Vizcarrondo 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 Jose Vizcarrondo 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
#483 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
≥80%
74%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Vizcarrondo's ranking?
Jose Vizcarrondo is ranked #483 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 21% 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 Jose Vizcarrondo?
The graduation rate of Jose Vizcarrondo is 80%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Jose Vizcarrondo?
134 students attend Jose Vizcarrondo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Vizcarrondo students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Vizcarrondo?
Jose Vizcarrondo has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Vizcarrondo offer ?
Jose Vizcarrondo offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Vizcarrondo part of?
Jose Vizcarrondo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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