Serving 143 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Diego Vazquez 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 90-94% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diego Vazquez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Diego Vazquez's student population of 143 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Diego Vazquez 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 Diego Vazquez 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
#56 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Diego Vazquez's ranking?
Diego Vazquez is ranked #56 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?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Diego Vazquez?
143 students attend Diego Vazquez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Diego Vazquez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diego Vazquez?
Diego Vazquez has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Diego Vazquez offer ?
Diego Vazquez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diego Vazquez part of?
Diego Vazquez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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