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Alfredo Dorrington

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 10, Hormigueros, PR 00660

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#610 of 842

In Hormigueros

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#610 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Alfredo Dorrington

5.1/10

Elementary School in Hormigueros · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.2/10

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About Alfredo Dorrington

Alfredo Dorrington is a public elementary school in Hormigueros, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Alfredo Dorrington serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfredo Dorrington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #610 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Alfredo Dorrington show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Alfredo Dorrington — Students at Alfredo Dorrington score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 18.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
15%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
18%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
34%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Alfredo Dorrington Compares

See how Alfredo Dorrington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in PR
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Location

PO BOX 10, Hormigueros, PR 00660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alfredo Dorrington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA LUISA ARCELAY (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mayaguez), which scores notably higher. Another option is EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS MAYAGUEZ (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Mayaguez), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hormigueros, see our Hormigueros schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO Hormigueros 0.7 mi 9.2
SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros 1.4 mi 6.4
RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros 1.7 mi 4.0
MARIA LUISA ARCELAY Mayaguez 2.2 mi 9.5
ELPIDIO H. RIVERA Mayaguez 2.4 mi 4.8
OLGA MAS RAMIREZ Mayaguez 2.8 mi 5.4
SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.2 mi 7.7
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.2 mi 4.4
MARIA DOLORES FARIA Mayaguez 3.3 mi 4.0
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.4 mi 5.6
MANUEL A. BARRETO Mayaguez 3.6 mi 4.4
RAFAEL MARTINEZ NADAL MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.7 mi 4.9
JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.9 mi 3.0
INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo 4.0 mi 6.4
MARIANO RIERA PALMER Mayaguez 4.1 mi 6.4
DR PEDRO PEREA FAJARDO Mayaguez 4.1 mi 6.2
PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo 4.3 mi 4.7
SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo 4.3 mi 5.0
ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo 4.3 mi 6.7
CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS MAYAGUEZ (CROEM) Mayaguez 4.2 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,829

Median Home Value

$115,200

Median Rent

$558/mo

Population

15,439

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

40.3%

Median Age

49.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alfredo Dorrington

What grades does Alfredo Dorrington serve?

Alfredo Dorrington serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Alfredo Dorrington?

Alfredo Dorrington has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfredo Dorrington?

The student-teacher ratio at Alfredo Dorrington is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alfredo Dorrington rank in PR?

Alfredo Dorrington ranks #610 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Alfredo Dorrington's MySchoolScout rating?

Alfredo Dorrington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Alfredo Dorrington?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alfredo Dorrington has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Alfredo Dorrington a charter school?

No, Alfredo Dorrington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alfredo Dorrington a Title I school?

No, Alfredo Dorrington is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alfredo Dorrington?

91.1% of students at Alfredo Dorrington 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
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Hormigueros Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

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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