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#390 of 842 schools in PR

Top 46% in state

Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

VILLA PALMERAS, San Juan, PR 00915

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#390 of 842

In San Juan

#41 of 82

public schools

In district

#390 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan

6.5/10

Elementary School in San Juan · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan

Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1, Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan 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 Tapia Y Rivera San Juan was 67% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism66.8%

Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan — Students at Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 18.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan Compares

See how Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in PR
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
66.8%

Location

VILLA PALMERAS, San Juan, PR 00915

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan 0.4 mi 3.4
ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan 0.4 mi 4.5
MANUEL BOADA San Juan 0.4 mi 7.5
MANUEL ELZABURU Y VIZCARRONDO San Juan 0.5 mi 6.1
DR. JULIO J. HENNA San Juan 0.5 mi 7.4
ANTONIO B. CAIMARY San Juan 0.7 mi 5.1
FRAY BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San Juan 0.7 mi 7.9
LUIS LLORENS TORRES SAN JUAN San Juan 0.7 mi 4.9
FEDERICO ASENJO - PRETECNICA San Juan 0.7 mi 5.0
LUIS RODRIGUEZ CABRERO San Juan 0.7 mi 3.2
JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA San Juan 0.8 mi 8.4
DR. FACUNDO BUESO San Juan 0.8 mi 3.8
REPUBLICA DEL PERU San Juan 0.8 mi 2.6
RAMON POWER Y GIRALT SAN JUAN San Juan 0.8 mi 6.8
EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan 1.0 mi 8.7
PACHIN MARIN San Juan 1.2 mi 5.0
JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan 1.3 mi 3.4
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 1.3 mi 8.1
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan 1.3 mi 5.0
ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan 1.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$14,502

Median Home Value

$109,600

Median Rent

$517/mo

Population

24,484

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

40.4%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

66%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan

What grades does Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan serve?

Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan?

Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan?

The student-teacher ratio at Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan rank in PR?

Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan ranks #390 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan's MySchoolScout rating?

Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Tapia Y Rivera San Juan?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan a charter school?

No, Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan a Title I school?

No, Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan?

90.9% of students at Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera San Juan qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Juan Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
66.8%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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