Serving 117 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gaspar Vila Mayans ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaspar Vila Mayans ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gaspar Vila Mayans's student population of 117 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gaspar Vila Mayans 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 Gaspar Vila Mayans 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
#194 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaspar Vila Mayans's ranking?
Gaspar Vila Mayans is ranked #194 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Gaspar Vila Mayans?
117 students attend Gaspar Vila Mayans.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gaspar Vila Mayans students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaspar Vila Mayans?
Gaspar Vila Mayans has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Gaspar Vila Mayans offer ?
Gaspar Vila Mayans offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gaspar Vila Mayans part of?
Gaspar Vila Mayans is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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