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#445 of 842 schools in PR
Jose R. Gaztambide
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 846, Sabana Grande, PR 00637
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#445 of 842
In Sabana Grande
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#445 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose R. Gaztambide
Jose R. Gaztambide is a public elementary school in Sabana Grande, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose R.
Gaztambide serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose R. Gaztambide has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose R. Gaztambide show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Jose R. Gaztambide 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.
Score Breakdown
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Jose R. Gaztambide — Students at Jose R. Gaztambide score 44% proficient, which is above 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Jose R. Gaztambide Compares
See how Jose R. Gaztambide performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 846, Sabana Grande, PR 00637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose R. Gaztambide may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI (rated 9.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Guanica), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENICIA VELEZ (rated 9.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Yauco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HENRY W. LONGFELLOW (rated 9.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sabana Grande, see our Sabana Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLANCA MALARET Sabana Grande | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| LUIS NEGRON LOPEZ Sabana Grande | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| DAVID ANTONGIORGI CORDOVA Sabana Grande | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San German | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas | 4.5 mi | 9.0 |
| INDIERA FRIA Maricao | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco | 5.2 mi | 8.2 |
| HENRY W. LONGFELLOW San German | 5.2 mi | 9.3 |
| MARIANO ABRIL San German | 5.3 mi | 8.8 |
| MAGUEYES II Guanica | 6.2 mi | 5.3 |
| JULIO V. GUZMAN San German | 6.0 mi | 5.3 |
| BENICIA VELEZ Yauco | 6.2 mi | 9.4 |
| ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI Guanica | 6.7 mi | 9.5 |
| LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco | 6.8 mi | 6.2 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO Yauco | 6.8 mi | 9.3 |
| ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco | 6.8 mi | 8.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica | 7.0 mi | 8.9 |
| LENA M. FRANCESCHI IRIZARRY Yauco | 6.9 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,665
Median Home Value
$99,200
Median Rent
$445/mo
Population
22,884
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
44.5%
Median Age
45.3
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| BERNARDO HUYKE Bayamon, PR | 6.0 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce, PR | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose R. Gaztambide
What grades does Jose R. Gaztambide serve?
Jose R. Gaztambide serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jose R. Gaztambide?
Jose R. Gaztambide has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose R. Gaztambide?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose R. Gaztambide is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose R. Gaztambide rank in PR?
Jose R. Gaztambide ranks #445 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose R. Gaztambide's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose R. Gaztambide has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 R. Gaztambide?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose R. Gaztambide has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose R. Gaztambide a charter school?
No, Jose R. Gaztambide is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose R. Gaztambide a Title I school?
No, Jose R. Gaztambide is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose R. Gaztambide?
91.0% of students at Jose R. Gaztambide 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Sabana Grande Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (787) 873-3120
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #445 of 842
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