Serving 157 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, John W. Harris 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John W. Harris ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
John W. Harris's student population of 157 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
John W. Harris 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 John W. Harris 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
#428 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John W. Harris's ranking?
John W. Harris is ranked #428 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend John W. Harris?
157 students attend John W. Harris.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of John W. Harris students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John W. Harris?
John W. Harris has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does John W. Harris offer ?
John W. Harris offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John W. Harris part of?
John W. Harris is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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