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Benicia Velez

Carr 360 Km 11 Hm 9 Bo Susua A
Yauco, PR 00698
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 123 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benicia Velez ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Top 10% in PR
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Benicia Velez's student population of 123 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

School Rankings

Benicia Velez ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benicia Velez 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.
This School
State Level (PR)
#44 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
80-89%
23%
60-64%
36%
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benicia Velez's ranking?
Benicia Velez is ranked #44 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Benicia Velez?
123 students attend Benicia Velez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benicia Velez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benicia Velez?
Benicia Velez has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Benicia Velez offer ?
Benicia Velez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benicia Velez part of?

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Top 10%
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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