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#574 of 842 schools in PR
Francisco Gaztambide Vega
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
RR 5 BOX 7943, Bayamon, PR 00959
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#574 of 842
In Bayamon
#26 of 41
public schools
In district
#574 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Francisco Gaztambide Vega
Francisco Gaztambide Vega is a public high school in Bayamon, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Francisco Gaztambide Vega serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Francisco Gaztambide Vega has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #574 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Francisco Gaztambide Vega show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Francisco Gaztambide Vega was 75% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Francisco Gaztambide Vega — Students at Francisco Gaztambide Vega score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Francisco Gaztambide Vega Compares
See how Francisco Gaztambide Vega performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
RR 5 BOX 7943, Bayamon, PR 00959
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francisco Gaztambide Vega may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PABLO CASALS (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ BAYAMON (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ADELA ROLON FUENTES (rated 5.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Toa Alta), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bayamon, see our Bayamon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARIA VAZQUEZ DE UMPIERRE Bayamon | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CACIQUE MAJAGUA Bayamon | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| MARTA VELEZ DE FAJARDO Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SILVESTRE MARTINEZ Naranjito | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ADELA ROLON FUENTES Toa Alta | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| JULIO RESSY Bayamon | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ ALFARO Toa Alta | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| FRANCISCO MANRIQUE CABRERA Bayamon | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| JOSE M. TORRES Bayamon | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| RAFAEL COLON SALGADO Bayamon | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| BERNARDA ROBLES DE HEVIA Naranjito | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ANDRES C. GONZALEZ Bayamon | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ BAYAMON Bayamon | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| JOSE CAMPECHE BAYAMON Bayamon | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| PABLO CASALS Bayamon | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| BERNARDO HUYKE Bayamon | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00959 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,400
Median Home Value
$149,700
Median Rent
$666/mo
Population
46,409
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
34.5%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELOISA PASCUAL Caguas, PR | 5.3 |
| ELADIO TIRADO LOPEZ Aguada, PR | 5.2 |
| FLORENCIA GARCIA Las Piedras, PR | 5.2 |
| LUIS PALES MATOS Bayamon, PR | 5.2 |
| TEODORO AGUILAR MORA Yabucoa, PR | 5.2 |
| LADISLAO MARTINEZ Vega Alta, PR | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francisco Gaztambide Vega
What grades does Francisco Gaztambide Vega serve?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Francisco Gaztambide Vega?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francisco Gaztambide Vega?
The student-teacher ratio at Francisco Gaztambide Vega is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francisco Gaztambide Vega rank in PR?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega ranks #574 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Francisco Gaztambide Vega's MySchoolScout rating?
Francisco Gaztambide Vega has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Francisco Gaztambide Vega?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francisco Gaztambide Vega has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Francisco Gaztambide Vega a charter school?
No, Francisco Gaztambide Vega is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francisco Gaztambide Vega a Title I school?
No, Francisco Gaztambide Vega is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francisco Gaztambide Vega?
91.0% of students at Francisco Gaztambide Vega qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bayamón Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.1%
- Phone
- (787) 799-0563
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #574 of 842
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