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#34 of 842 schools in PR

Top 4% in state

Amalia Lopez De Avila

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 403, Camuy, PR 00627

Enrollment

245

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#34 of 842

In Camuy

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#34 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Amalia Lopez De Avila

9.2/10

Elementary School in Camuy · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Amalia Lopez De Avila

Amalia Lopez De Avila is a public elementary school in Camuy, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Amalia Lopez De Avila serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Amalia Lopez De Avila has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Amalia Lopez De Avila show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.4:1, Amalia Lopez De Avila 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+5.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+23.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Amalia Lopez De Avila — Students at Amalia Lopez De Avila score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (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
27%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Amalia Lopez De Avila Compares

See how Amalia Lopez De Avila performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
96th percentile in PR
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

Location

PO BOX 403, Camuy, PR 00627

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Amalia Lopez De Avila may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RALPH W. EMERSON (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PEDRO AMADOR (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO (rated 8.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Hatillo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Camuy, see our Camuy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LUIS F. CRESPO Camuy 0.6 mi 6.5
ANTONIO REYES Camuy 1.3 mi 5.4
LORENZO COBALLES GANDIA Hatillo 1.8 mi 4.1
RALPH W. EMERSON Camuy 1.9 mi 8.7
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO Hatillo 2.4 mi 6.2
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo 2.4 mi 5.5
PEDRO AMADOR Camuy 2.9 mi 8.6
LUIS FELIPE RODRIGUEZ GARCIA Arecibo 4.0 mi 6.2
TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo 4.4 mi 5.1
CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo 4.5 mi 8.6
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA Quebradillas 4.8 mi 5.8
LUIS MELENDEZ RODRIGUEZ Hatillo 5.9 mi 4.0
FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo 5.9 mi 5.8
ANIBAL REYES BELEN Hatillo 6.1 mi 5.5
JULIO SEIJO Arecibo 6.0 mi 8.3
HONORIO HERNANDEZ Quebradillas 6.1 mi 4.1
JUAN ALEJO ARIZMENDI Quebradillas 6.0 mi 6.4
SUPERIOR MANUEL RAMOS HERNANDEZ Quebradillas 6.1 mi 6.1
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS QUEBRADILLAS Quebradillas 6.2 mi 3.2
RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Quebradillas 6.2 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,094

Median Home Value

$105,500

Median Rent

$574/mo

Population

32,753

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

39%

Median Age

45.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Amalia Lopez De Avila

What grades does Amalia Lopez De Avila serve?

Amalia Lopez De Avila serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Amalia Lopez De Avila?

Amalia Lopez De Avila has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Amalia Lopez De Avila?

The student-teacher ratio at Amalia Lopez De Avila is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Amalia Lopez De Avila rank in PR?

Amalia Lopez De Avila ranks #34 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Amalia Lopez De Avila's MySchoolScout rating?

Amalia Lopez De Avila has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Amalia Lopez De Avila?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Amalia Lopez De Avila has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Amalia Lopez De Avila a charter school?

No, Amalia Lopez De Avila is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Amalia Lopez De Avila a Title I school?

No, Amalia Lopez De Avila is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amalia Lopez De Avila?

91.0% of students at Amalia Lopez De Avila 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Camuy Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

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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