Serving 167 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Luis M. Santiago 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luis M. Santiago ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Luis M. Santiago's student population of 167 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Luis M. Santiago 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 Luis M. 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
#694 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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 Luis M. Santiago's ranking?
Luis M. Santiago is ranked #694 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Luis M. Santiago?
167 students attend Luis M. Santiago.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Luis M. Santiago students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luis M. Santiago?
Luis M. Santiago has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Luis M. Santiago offer ?
Luis M. Santiago offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luis M. Santiago part of?
Luis M. Santiago is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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