Needs Improvement
#814 of 842 schools in PR
Jose F. Diaz
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
VILLAS DE CARRAIZO, San Juan, PR 00926
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#814 of 842
In San Juan
#77 of 82
public schools
In district
#814 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Jose F. Diaz
Jose F. Diaz is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose F.
Diaz serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose F. Diaz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #814 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose F. Diaz show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Jose F. Diaz offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Jose F. Diaz was 63% 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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Jose F. Diaz — Students at Jose F. Diaz score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Jose F. Diaz Compares
See how Jose F. Diaz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
VILLAS DE CARRAIZO, San Juan, PR 00926
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose F. Diaz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUANA A. MENDEZ (rated 9.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Carolina), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELEMENTAL BO. QUEBRADA NEGRITO (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Trujillo Alto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUZ ENEIDA COLON (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EL CONQUISTADOR Trujillo Alto | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| JUAN ANTONIO CORRETJER SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| TULIO LARRINAGA Trujillo Alto | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ANDRES VALCARCEL Trujillo Alto | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| FAIR VIEW Trujillo Alto | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| MEDARDO CARAZO Trujillo Alto | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| JESUS SILVA Trujillo Alto | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PETRA ZENON DE FABERY Trujillo Alto | 2.8 mi | 3.5 |
| VENUS GARDENS Trujillo Alto | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ELEMENTAL BO. QUEBRADA NEGRITO Trujillo Alto | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| HERMINA DIAZ APONTE Trujillo Alto | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| EL SENORIAL San Juan | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANCISCO VALDES ROLA Caguas | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA VDA. DE MUNOZ MARIN San Juan | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ANTONIO DOMINGUEZ NIEVES Caguas | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| THE SCHOOL OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan | 3.7 mi | — |
| AMALIA MARIN San Juan | 3.8 mi | 3.3 |
| LUZ ENEIDA COLON San Juan | 3.7 mi | 8.6 |
| PETRA ROMAN VIGO Carolina | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| JUANA A. MENDEZ Carolina | 3.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00926 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,543
Median Home Value
$189,400
Median Rent
$717/mo
Population
93,308
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
46.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JESUS MARIA SANROMA Carolina, PR | 3.1 |
| FRANCISCO FELICIE MARTINEZ Vega Alta, PR | 3.5 |
| AGAPITO LOPEZ FLORES Humacao, PR | 3.0 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez, PR | 3.0 |
| ADOLFO GARCIA Naranjito, PR | 3.9 |
| ISABEL ALVARADO ALVARADO Villalba, PR | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose F. Diaz
What grades does Jose F. Diaz serve?
Jose F. Diaz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Jose F. Diaz?
Jose F. Diaz has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose F. Diaz?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose F. Diaz is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose F. Diaz rank in PR?
Jose F. Diaz ranks #814 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose F. Diaz's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose F. Diaz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Jose F. Diaz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose F. Diaz has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose F. Diaz a charter school?
No, Jose F. Diaz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose F. Diaz a Title I school?
No, Jose F. Diaz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose F. Diaz?
91.1% of students at Jose F. Diaz 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Trujillo Alto Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.3%
- Phone
- (787) 760-4255
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #814 of 842
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