Serving 451 students in grades 6-12, Belen Blanco De Zequeira ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belen Blanco De Zequeira ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Belen Blanco De Zequeira's student population of 451 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Belen Blanco De Zequeira ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belen Blanco De Zequeira is 0.02, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
Hispanic
99%
100%
White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-69%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belen Blanco De Zequeira's ranking?
Belen Blanco De Zequeira is ranked #560 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belen Blanco De Zequeira?
The graduation rate of Belen Blanco De Zequeira is 60-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Belen Blanco De Zequeira?
451 students attend Belen Blanco De Zequeira.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Belen Blanco De Zequeira students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belen Blanco De Zequeira?
Belen Blanco De Zequeira has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Belen Blanco De Zequeira offer ?
Belen Blanco De Zequeira offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belen Blanco De Zequeira part of?
Belen Blanco De Zequeira is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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