Serving 184 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nicandro Garcia ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 85-89% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 75-79% (which was higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% PR state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Nicandro Garcia?
184 students attend Nicandro Garcia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nicandro Garcia students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicandro Garcia?
Nicandro Garcia has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Nicandro Garcia offer ?
Nicandro Garcia offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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