Serving 183 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nemesio R. Canales ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nemesio R. Canales ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nemesio R. Canales's student population of 183 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Nemesio R. Canales 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 Nemesio R. Canales 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
#357 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
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 Nemesio R. Canales's ranking?
Nemesio R. Canales is ranked #357 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Nemesio R. Canales?
183 students attend Nemesio R. Canales.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nemesio R. Canales students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nemesio R. Canales?
Nemesio R. Canales has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Nemesio R. Canales offer ?
Nemesio R. Canales offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nemesio R. Canales part of?
Nemesio R. Canales is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
This school could use some tlc such a fixing up the pot holes and painting .. needs a library to encourage kids in reading ... this school is listed as a elementary school but the staff doesn't treat the little kids as kids they treat them as if they are in highschool ... not to happy as to how the school is being run.. staff needs to show that they care a little more... my kids attend this school as it's the only one closes to us..
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