Serving 365 students in grades 8-12, Francisco Gaztambide Vega 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 10-14% (which is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francisco Gaztambide Vega ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francisco Gaztambide Vega's student population of 365 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francisco Gaztambide Vega 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 Francisco Gaztambide Vega 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
#796 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
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
Graduation Rate
75-79%
74%
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 Francisco Gaztambide Vega's ranking?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega is ranked #796 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Francisco Gaztambide Vega?
The graduation rate of Francisco Gaztambide Vega is 75-79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Francisco Gaztambide Vega?
365 students attend Francisco Gaztambide Vega.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Francisco Gaztambide Vega students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francisco Gaztambide Vega?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Francisco Gaztambide Vega offer ?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Francisco Gaztambide Vega part of?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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