Below Average
#712 of 842 schools in PR
Andres Grillasca Salas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 119, Ponce, PR 00731
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#712 of 842
In Ponce
#36 of 38
public schools
In district
#712 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Andres Grillasca Salas
Andres Grillasca Salas is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Andres Grillasca Salas serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Andres Grillasca Salas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #712 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Andres Grillasca Salas show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 99 students, Andres Grillasca Salas 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 9.9:1, Andres Grillasca Salas 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 Andres Grillasca Salas was 62% 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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Andres Grillasca Salas — Students at Andres Grillasca Salas score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Andres Grillasca Salas Compares
See how Andres Grillasca Salas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 119, Ponce, PR 00731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Andres Grillasca Salas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUAN CUEVAS ABOY (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RODULFO DEL VALLE (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAMON MARIN Ponce | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SANTA TERESITA Ponce | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| DR. PILA Ponce | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ANGELA CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO Ponce | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SOR ISOLINA FERRE Ponce | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$16,917
Median Home Value
$86,800
Median Rent
$426/mo
Population
10,221
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
56.4%
Median Age
47.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Andres Grillasca Salas
What grades does Andres Grillasca Salas serve?
Andres Grillasca Salas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Andres Grillasca Salas?
Andres Grillasca Salas has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Andres Grillasca Salas?
The student-teacher ratio at Andres Grillasca Salas is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Andres Grillasca Salas rank in PR?
Andres Grillasca Salas ranks #712 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Andres Grillasca Salas's MySchoolScout rating?
Andres Grillasca Salas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Andres Grillasca Salas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Andres Grillasca Salas has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Andres Grillasca Salas a charter school?
No, Andres Grillasca Salas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Andres Grillasca Salas a Title I school?
No, Andres Grillasca Salas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Andres Grillasca Salas?
90.9% of students at Andres Grillasca Salas 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.6%
- Phone
- (787) 842-6414
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #712 of 842
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