Serving 457 students in grades 6-12, Papa Juan Xxiii ranks in the top 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 16% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Papa Juan Xxiii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Papa Juan Xxiii's student population of 457 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Papa Juan Xxiii ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Papa Juan Xxiii 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
#253 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)75-79%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
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 Papa Juan Xxiii's ranking?
Papa Juan Xxiii is ranked #253 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Papa Juan Xxiii?
The graduation rate of Papa Juan Xxiii is 75-79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Papa Juan Xxiii?
457 students attend Papa Juan Xxiii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Papa Juan Xxiii students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Papa Juan Xxiii?
Papa Juan Xxiii has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Papa Juan Xxiii offer ?
Papa Juan Xxiii offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Papa Juan Xxiii part of?
Papa Juan Xxiii is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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