Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jose R. Gaztambide ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to 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 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
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Jose R. Gaztambide ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
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Jose R. Gaztambide's student population of 266 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Jose R. Gaztambide ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose R. Gaztambide 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
#237 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Jose R. Gaztambide's ranking?
Jose R. Gaztambide is ranked #237 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Jose R. Gaztambide?
266 students attend Jose R. Gaztambide.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose R. Gaztambide students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose R. Gaztambide?
Jose R. Gaztambide has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose R. Gaztambide offer ?
Jose R. Gaztambide offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose R. Gaztambide part of?
Jose R. Gaztambide is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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