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#276 of 842 schools in PR

Top 33% in state

Anselmo Villarrubia

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1726, Aguada, PR 00602

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#276 of 842

In Aguada

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#276 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Anselmo Villarrubia

7.3/10

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

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About Anselmo Villarrubia

Anselmo Villarrubia is a public elementary school in Aguada, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Anselmo Villarrubia serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Anselmo Villarrubia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Anselmo Villarrubia show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Anselmo Villarrubia 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 Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Anselmo Villarrubia — Students at Anselmo Villarrubia score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (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
56%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Anselmo Villarrubia Compares

See how Anselmo Villarrubia performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
67th percentile in PR
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Location

PO BOX 1726, Aguada, PR 00602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Anselmo Villarrubia may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE GONZALEZ RUIZ (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ (rated 8.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Anasco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ADOLFO BABILONIA (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Moca), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Aguada, see our Aguada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRO VOCACIONAL ESPECIAL Aguada 1.0 mi 5.5
ELADIO TIRADO LOPEZ Aguada 1.1 mi 5.2
JUAN LINO SANTIAGO Aguada 1.1 mi 8.0
PROFESORA JUANA ROSARIO CARRERO Aguada 1.3 mi 4.1
LYDIA MELENDEZ Aguada 1.6 mi 5.4
JOSE GONZALEZ RUIZ Aguada 1.7 mi 8.8
AQUILINO CABAN Aguada 1.9 mi 7.0
EPIFANIO ESTRADA AGUADA Aguada 1.9 mi 4.9
DR. CARLOS GONZALEZ Aguada 2.0 mi 7.9
JUAN B. SOTO Aguada 2.1 mi 7.2
JOSE DE DIEGO AGUADILLA Aguadilla 3.9 mi 5.0
SUPERIOR CATALINA MORALES FLORES Moca 4.2 mi 5.1
DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO MOCA Moca 4.3 mi 3.4
ADOLFO BABILONIA Moca 4.4 mi 8.2
MANUEL GONZALEZ MELO Rincon 5.0 mi 8.2
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ANASCO Anasco 5.1 mi 4.8
ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco 5.6 mi 8.4
MANUEL GARCIA PEREZ Rincon 5.5 mi 6.4
CONRADO RODRIGUEZ Rincon 5.5 mi 7.5
CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco 5.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,702

Median Home Value

$108,200

Median Rent

$465/mo

Population

37,510

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

75.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

46.8%

Median Age

46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Anselmo Villarrubia

What grades does Anselmo Villarrubia serve?

Anselmo Villarrubia serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Anselmo Villarrubia?

Anselmo Villarrubia has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Anselmo Villarrubia?

The student-teacher ratio at Anselmo Villarrubia is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Anselmo Villarrubia rank in PR?

Anselmo Villarrubia ranks #276 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Anselmo Villarrubia's MySchoolScout rating?

Anselmo Villarrubia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Anselmo Villarrubia?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Anselmo Villarrubia has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Anselmo Villarrubia a charter school?

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

Is Anselmo Villarrubia a Title I school?

No, Anselmo Villarrubia is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anselmo Villarrubia?

90.7% of students at Anselmo Villarrubia 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 – 5th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Aguada Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

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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