Below Average
#730 of 842 schools in PR
Alejandro Jr. Cruz
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 899, Toa Alta, PR 00954
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#730 of 842
In Toa Alta
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#730 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Alejandro Jr. Cruz
Alejandro Jr. Cruz is a public elementary school in Toa Alta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Alejandro Jr.
Cruz serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alejandro Jr. Cruz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #730 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Alejandro Jr. Cruz show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 117 students, Alejandro Jr. Cruz is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1, Alejandro Jr. Cruz offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Alejandro Jr. Cruz was 53% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Alejandro Jr. Cruz — Students at Alejandro Jr. Cruz score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Alejandro Jr. Cruz Compares
See how Alejandro Jr. Cruz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 899, Toa Alta, PR 00954
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alejandro Jr. Cruz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE M. DEL VALLE (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VIOLANTA JIMENEZ (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toa Alta, see our Toa Alta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| NICOLAS SEVILLA Toa Alta | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CRISTOBAL SANTANA MELECIO Dorado | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS Toa Baja | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ ALFARO Toa Alta | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ADELA ROLON FUENTES Toa Alta | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ADOLFO GARCIA Naranjito | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| JOSE M. DEL VALLE Toa Alta | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| SILVESTRE MARTINEZ Naranjito | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| FIDEL LOPEZ COLON Corozal | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| MARTIN GARCIA GIUSTI Toa Baja | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| PABLO DAVID BURGOS MARRERO Corozal | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| JULIAN MARRERO Corozal | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ALTINENCIA VALLE Toa Baja | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDRES C. GONZALEZ Bayamon, PR | 4.3 |
| CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 4.3 |
| CHRISTIAN MILITARY ACADEMY ALIANZA Vega Baja, PR | 4.2 |
| SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo, PR | 4.2 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce, PR | 4.4 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas, PR | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alejandro Jr. Cruz
What grades does Alejandro Jr. Cruz serve?
Alejandro Jr. Cruz serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alejandro Jr. Cruz?
Alejandro Jr. Cruz has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alejandro Jr. Cruz?
The student-teacher ratio at Alejandro Jr. Cruz is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alejandro Jr. Cruz rank in PR?
Alejandro Jr. Cruz ranks #730 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Alejandro Jr. Cruz's MySchoolScout rating?
Alejandro Jr. Cruz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alejandro Jr. Cruz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alejandro Jr. Cruz has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Alejandro Jr. Cruz a charter school?
No, Alejandro Jr. Cruz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alejandro Jr. Cruz a Title I school?
No, Alejandro Jr. Cruz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alejandro Jr. Cruz?
90.6% of students at Alejandro Jr. Cruz qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Toa Alta Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.0%
- Phone
- (787) 870-1665
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #730 of 842
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