Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Violanta Jimenez 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Violanta Jimenez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Violanta Jimenez's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Violanta Jimenez 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 Violanta Jimenez 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
#691 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Violanta Jimenez's ranking?
Violanta Jimenez is ranked #691 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Violanta Jimenez?
298 students attend Violanta Jimenez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Violanta Jimenez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Violanta Jimenez?
Violanta Jimenez has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Violanta Jimenez offer ?
Violanta Jimenez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Violanta Jimenez part of?
Violanta Jimenez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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