Excellent
#125 of 842 schools in PR
Top 15% in state
Luz A. Cruz De Santana
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 10033, Humacao, PR 00792
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#125 of 842
In Humacao
#2 of 15
public schools
In district
#125 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Luz A. Cruz De Santana
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About Luz A. Cruz De Santana
Luz A. Cruz De Santana is a public elementary school in Humacao, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Luz A.
Cruz De Santana serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Luz A. Cruz De Santana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Luz A. Cruz De Santana show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Luz A. Cruz De Santana — Students at Luz A. Cruz De Santana score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Luz A. Cruz De Santana Compares
See how Luz A. Cruz De Santana performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 10033, Humacao, PR 00792
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luz A. Cruz De Santana may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Las Piedras), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LIDIA FIOL SCARANO (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Las Piedras), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Humacao, see our Humacao schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARMEN PILAR SANTOS Humacao | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| PETRA MERCADO BOUGART Humacao | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL MANUEL MEDIAVILLA Humacao | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON HUMACAO Humacao | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| RUFINO VIGO Humacao | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| AVELINO PENA REYES Humacao | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| LIDIA FIOL SCARANO Humacao | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| FLORENCIA GARCIA Las Piedras | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CANDIDO BERRIOS Humacao | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| LEONCIO MELENDEZ Las Piedras | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| SANTIAGO TORRES Las Piedras | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA San Juan, PR | 8.5 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA SALINAS Salinas, PR | 8.5 |
| FACTOR 5 Arecibo, PR | 8.5 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CAROLINA Carolina, PR | 8.5 |
| JOSE CAMPECHE BAYAMON Bayamon, PR | 8.5 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas, PR | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luz A. Cruz De Santana
What grades does Luz A. Cruz De Santana serve?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Luz A. Cruz De Santana?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luz A. Cruz De Santana?
The student-teacher ratio at Luz A. Cruz De Santana is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luz A. Cruz De Santana rank in PR?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana ranks #125 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Luz A. Cruz De Santana's MySchoolScout rating?
Luz A. Cruz De Santana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Luz A. Cruz De Santana?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luz A. Cruz De Santana has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Luz A. Cruz De Santana a charter school?
No, Luz A. Cruz De Santana is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Luz A. Cruz De Santana a Title I school?
No, Luz A. Cruz De Santana is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luz A. Cruz De Santana?
91.2% of students at Luz A. Cruz De Santana qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 49 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Humacao Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (787) 850-6460
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #125 of 842
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