Residencial Fray Bartolomé de Las Casas, more commonly known as Residencial Las Casas, Caserio Las Casas or Las Casas, is a public housing complex located in San Juan, Puerto Rico consisting of 417 housing units.
Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fray Bartolome De Las Casas ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas's student population of 129 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is 0.00, which is less 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
#194 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Fray Bartolome De Las Casas's ranking?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is ranked #194 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
129 students attend Fray Bartolome De Las Casas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fray Bartolome De Las Casas students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Fray Bartolome De Las Casas offer ?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fray Bartolome De Las Casas part of?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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