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Andres Valcarcel

Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1203, Trujillo Alto, PR 00976

Enrollment

191

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#554 of 842

In Trujillo Alto

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#554 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Andres Valcarcel

5.5/10

Middle School in Trujillo Alto · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Andres Valcarcel

Andres Valcarcel is a public middle school in Trujillo Alto, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Andres Valcarcel serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Andres Valcarcel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Andres Valcarcel show 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PR avg 4.7

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 191 students, Andres Valcarcel 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 9.6:1, Andres Valcarcel 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 Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1

Andres Valcarcel — Students at Andres Valcarcel score 17% 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 1.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.3% (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
0.5%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
0.5%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
0.5%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
0.5%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
2%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
4%
ELA
30%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Andres Valcarcel Compares

See how Andres Valcarcel performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in PR
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

PO BOX 1203, Trujillo Alto, PR 00976

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Andres Valcarcel may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JUANA A. MENDEZ (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carolina), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELEMENTAL BO. QUEBRADA NEGRITO (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DRA. ANGELES PASTOR (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Trujillo Alto, see our Trujillo Alto schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MEDARDO CARAZO Trujillo Alto 0.1 mi 4.7
TULIO LARRINAGA Trujillo Alto 0.1 mi 6.7
EL CONQUISTADOR Trujillo Alto 0.6 mi 7.4
HERMINA DIAZ APONTE Trujillo Alto 1.0 mi 4.5
PETRA ZENON DE FABERY Trujillo Alto 1.1 mi 3.5
JESUS SILVA Trujillo Alto 1.5 mi 6.0
JUANA A. MENDEZ Carolina 1.8 mi 9.2
ELEMENTAL BO. QUEBRADA NEGRITO Trujillo Alto 1.9 mi 8.7
PETRA ROMAN VIGO Carolina 2.0 mi 4.9
FAIR VIEW Trujillo Alto 1.9 mi 3.8
JOSE F. DIAZ San Juan 2.0 mi 3.3
JUAN ANTONIO CORRETJER SAN JUAN San Juan 2.1 mi 7.0
VENUS GARDENS Trujillo Alto 2.4 mi 4.2
CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA SAN JUAN San Juan 2.6 mi 4.3
ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina 2.6 mi 7.7
THE SCHOOL OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan 2.7 mi
DRA. ANGELES PASTOR San Juan 2.8 mi 8.1
VILLA CAPRI San Juan 3.2 mi 7.8
ELEMENTAL BERWIND San Juan 3.3 mi 6.4
INTERMEDIA BERWIND San Juan 3.4 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00976 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,087

Median Home Value

$161,200

Median Rent

$605/mo

Population

61,306

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

30.1%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Andres Valcarcel

What grades does Andres Valcarcel serve?

Andres Valcarcel serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Andres Valcarcel?

Andres Valcarcel has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Andres Valcarcel?

The student-teacher ratio at Andres Valcarcel is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Andres Valcarcel rank in PR?

Andres Valcarcel ranks #554 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Andres Valcarcel's MySchoolScout rating?

Andres Valcarcel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Andres Valcarcel?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Andres Valcarcel has 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Andres Valcarcel a charter school?

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

Is Andres Valcarcel a Title I school?

No, Andres Valcarcel is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Andres Valcarcel?

91.1% of students at Andres Valcarcel 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
6th – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Trujillo Alto Municipio

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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